The wedding cake is an essential part of most English nuptial feasts, but it has had many different guises over the centuries. The earliest examples, including the 'bride pye', were rather less sweet and often included some gruesome surprises. Food historian Sam Bilton explores the origins of this s...
When you’re tucking into your celebratory feasts over the festive break, don’t forget that midwinter celebrations are nothing new. People of many cultures and religions have been feasting at this time of year for thousands of years. It’s no coincidence that the Christian festival of Christmas ...
In 2017, British consumers spent £2.8 million buying cheese. By the end of this year, some 12 billion litres of milk will have been produced, according to information from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board.
It's not surprising therefore that the vast majority of people in the U...
Butlers were key members of Victorian households, often dedicating their lives to the service of their masters. Do you think you're up to the task of leading a Victorian staff? Here are some things you should know before you undertake the role.
Be smart and polite
A successful butler will have a...
Easter is the most important date in the Christian calendar. Every year, Christians around the world remember Jesus’ crucifixion and celebrate his resurrection three days later.
But how did the egg come to represent Easter? We take a look at some of the theories, explore the traditions that hav...
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