English Tea & Muffins

One of the most enjoyable things to do on a winter's afternoon in England is to visit a good Tea Room. Whether it's cake or biscuits, a tray bake perhaps or a delicious muffin like the one in the photo, afternoon tea is thankfully a British tradition that is still alive.

And if you long for some homemade muffins, there are lots of muffin recipes on the web. If you don't like muffins but prefer chocolate ... well, again there are some great chocolate dessert recipes you can try. So if your local Tea Room is closed any time, you can stay home and keep your spirits up with a 'Homemade Afternoon Tea'.

Recipes - From Ice Cream To Thai To Muffins

This year I have tried to do more home cooking. I have really enjoyed making some Thai dishes and my family (thankfully!) have also enjoyed them.

Finding new recipes is a bit like looking for life insurance - there's such much to choose from that you don't know where to start!

So here are a few pointers ....

Want to try something a little exotic?
Here's a great Thai marinade

Like ice cream and live on the European mainland?
Try this European ice cream site

Want to try something from way back?
Here is a medieval recipes site

Looking for something sweet and indulgent as winter approaches? Try this raspberry and coffee muffin recipe