In our family, we like to keep birthdays meaningful and simple. It is our tradition to let the person who is celebrating their birthday- choose their favorite dinner, and the theme of their birthday cake. It is then up to mom (me-no pressure) to do my best to fulfill these wishes. This week we are […]

Classic English trifle is a simple English dessert that children and adults alike enjoy. This iconic dessert layers flavors and textures to create a stunning, edible display. If you like sweet Jello, vanilla pudding, and a few fun surprises-then this is the recipe for you! I would be delighted if you would follow along to

My strawberries & cream recipe is a fun twist on the classic strawberries and cream Wimbledon treat. Adding some simple homeschool Wimbledon crafts, and some elegant Wimbledon tablescape ideas, is an easy way to be a part of the tennis celebrations. Allow me to rewind a little here. As many of you are aware, this

Welcome to my blog space. Today, I will be sharing my favorite homemade English bread recipe (complete with strawberry jam), as well as some lovely DIY crafts. These crafts include homemade bookmarks and mini dried flower bouquets. All this fun will be sprinkled in with a bit of vintage (thrifted) treasures. So come along for

I love being in the kitchen with my family.  The sweetness of a chubby little finger dipped into a tasty batter, a cheeky lick of icing off a wooden spoon, a bit of flour dusted on a tiny nose, the delicious smells wafting about in the kitchen air, the anticipation of a yummy sampling, and

Father’s Day is on the horizon. In celebration of this special day, my children and I are making (my version) of the English classic- steak and ale pies– served with hot chips (French fries), green peas, and a pint of stout beer (not for the children of course). My beef and beer pies are crisp

This week in homeschool, the children and I learned many new and exciting things. Two things were most notable—Saint Clements and Tigers. What’s that you say? Let me rewind a little here. There is an old English nursery rhyme, that my English husband, remembers singing as a young child. It begins with the line, “Oranges

Hello and welcome to my Cotswold Kitchen Mom blog. Today on the blog, I will be teaching you how to make my easy malted milk fudge recipe. This simple recipe is a delicious treat that is sure to be enjoyed by people of all ages and in all stages. Afterall, what is not to love

Do you enjoy eating a toasted English muffin slathered in butter and jam? If so, then this may be the post for you. This week on my blog, my Happy Hawks Homeschool crew and I will be making English muffins. We would be thrilled for you to join us-in our family kitchen, as we make this iconic

Hello and welcome to my blog! Today, I am excited to share some sweet springtime ideas with all of you. I would love for you to join me, and my family, as we make an amazing Victoria Sponge cake (inspired by my time in Australia and in England). I will also be sharing our English inspired

Do you have traditional Easter recipes that you make each year? Perhaps your recipes come from your great grandmother and have been made in your family for one hundred plus years? Or perhaps you like to be a bit more spontaneous and try different recipes each Easter season? Whatever the case, most people would agree that Easter