My Derbyshire mother-in-law, who lived through WWII and its subsequent rationing, appreciates the beautiful simplicity of a fresh egg, and accords a good one high status. "If you have an egg, you have a meal". Some of the best ways with eggs are … [Read more...]
Scandinavian smørrebrød
I can't describe the excitement I felt when I encountered my first true smørrebrød. I was a student in Denmark, at the University of Copenhagen on a semester abroad scholarship. It was the first time I'd travelled out of my own country as a … [Read more...]
Afternoon tea of a faun
Since living in England these many years, I have come to appreciate the ritual of afternoon tea, be it a simple cup of "the vital Oolong" (to quote Bertie Wooster), an indulgent cream tea at a pretty spot on holiday, or the overpriced … [Read more...]