Tag Archives: Demarle

Victoria Sponge Cake – From Stranger to Old Friend

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Gloucestershire Village with Characteristic Cotswold Stone Architecture

When I was still “commuting” to England in my job as a scientist, a friend living in Gloucestershire introduced me to a fabulous opportunity. They knew someone who owned a local restaurant who was looking for an extra pair of hands to fill in for a missing-in-action cook. Would I be interested?

Either the restaurant owner was desperate or my friend over sold my skills, but they were eager to have me.   Continue reading →

Easy Mini-Tart Appetizers – Chard, Cheese and Smoked Bacon

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These appetizer tarts meet my criteria for an ideal dinner-party appetizer:

  • a bite of complex but strong flavors that will stand up to cocktails
  • easy to make
  • colorful
  • edible without plates and utensils;  just pop in your mouth
  • can be made ahead and reheated before serving (can also be served at room temperature)
  • are easy to transport if making for a friend

So, last night, when invited to a friend’s house for dinner, I chose this tart recipe. Continue reading →