Tag Archives: tea

Cup Or Fairy, Cake Is The Question!

Posted on October 17, 2014 by kayjayaitch

Ah, the ubiquitous cupcake, captured here in a sixties magazine picture and displaying them in all their gaudy glory! But their initial appearance was, in fact, a good deal earlier. The first mention of the cupcake can be traced as … Continue reading →

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Breakfast v. Brunch

Posted on October 21, 2012 by kayjayaitch

Modern bacon originated in Wiltshire in the early 18th century when many pigs were imported from Ireland. Calne in Wiltshire was a regular resting place for herds of swine and was thus assured of a constant supply of pigs for … Continue reading →

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Our Mate, Marmite

Posted on July 24, 2011 by kayjayaitch

Mmmmarmite! Part 2 of 2 The health benefits of Marmite were used extensively to promote it as a product suitable for children, the elderly and the infirm in the manner of beef tea. More recently, a number of snacks flavoured … Continue reading →

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