In this section of my blog, I share some of my favorite English recipes. These recipes are inspired by my time spent living in England- and by my husband, who is English. My recipes range from main courses, side dishes, drinks, and desserts.
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
~English Bread, Strawberry Jam, & a Love for Simple Things~ Read More »
Warmest welcome! This week on the blog, we will be learning how to make my special, homemade fondant. We will also be learning how to thrift for some special toys… in order to create a vintage-inspired birthday party. This special vintage birthday party is for my precious little boy. By making homemade marshmallow fondant, a
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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
English Beef and Beer Pie Recipe (Perfect for Father’s Day) Read More »
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
English Nursery Rhymes for Kids: Fun Recipes and Activities Read More »
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
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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
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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
Amazing Victoria Sponge Cake for a Spectacular Springtime Celebration! Read More »
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
