The England Blog
Here's the page that keeps you up to date with Essentially England site news and serves up tasty bits of England info along the way. Here you can find out:
- When new pages are added to the site
- Any tasty recipes, interesting news or special offers that I come across
- Unusual, funny or downright quirky bits of England news
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- Ask a question about England
- Share your favourite England photos and travel stories
- Share a traditional recipe
- Tell us about your favourite English products and producers
Every time I approve an entry or answer a question, it will appear here - on Essentially England, helping other visitors and England lovers. I'll also tweet about each new page on my Twitter account.
Please join in... it's fun!
Small Town Festivals
Jeanne from Los Angeles asks: What kinds of small town festivals could I attend that really demonstrate the culture of the people of England (not the biggies, but rather the lesser-knowns)?
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Have a Question about England? Ask here.
Travelling, moving or just curious? If you have a question about England, ask it here.
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English Desserts
From the nation with the sweetest tooth: English desserts are fit for a king (or queen).
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Traditional English Food
If you thought English Food was a joke - stop laughing! Find out how good the old classics really are and how to make them.
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Made in England: The best of your discoveries
Made in England: have you discovered a great product or producer? Share your discovery!
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Made in England
Don't heed globalisation and standardisation. These products are still proudly Made in England!
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Made in England: Mouseman Furniture by Robert "Mousey" Thompson
Useful, collectible and oh so beautiful ... Mouseman furniture by Robert Thompson Craftsmen Ltd. is truly Made in England.
Denby Dinnerware: tableware from the heart of Derbyshire
Denby Dinnerware: made for food. Stunning colours and shapes with an extra tough glaze from the heart of England's Derbyshire
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Products Made in England
Products made in England: England is re-discovering its roots.
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Royal Albert Bone China
Royal Albert Bone China and it's famous design of old country roses is the world's most popular china. No award for guessing why. Just look ...
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Foods Made in England
From Cheddar Cheese to Black Pudding, from Gin to Somerset Cider Brandy - this page celebrates some of the most glorious foods made in England.
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Black Pudding
A staple at breakfast time and a treat at any other meal - black pudding has been around since Roman times.
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Cadbury Chocolate
Cadbury chocolate: going back to the 1800's, this English chocolate manufacturer was well ahead of his time
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Portmeirion - Dinnerware loved and collected all over the world
Portmeirion dinnerware is beloved all over the world and avidly collected. Designed by a creative Welshwoman, this is a product that's still proudly made in England today!
Afternoon Tea - A Perfect End to any Afternoon...
Refresh and revive yourself after a hard day's sightseeing or end the day in style with the perfect afternoon tea.
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English Food: Lunch and Dinner
English food: traditional roasts, comforting casseroles, hearty ploughmans and the famous Fish and Chips account for some of England's famous lunch and dinner recipes.
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Traditional English Recipes
Want to cook Sunday lunch like grandma used to? Find out here how to prepare traditional English recipes, the Classics of English Cookery
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English Breakfast - A Substantial Start to the Day
For high days and holidays there's nothing better than a traditional English breakfast (...or one of its variations, of course!)
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English Food: from Jams to Pickles
English food: here's your introduction to jams and preserves, pickles and chutneys, ketchups and wonderful sauces.
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Books about English Food and Traditional English Recipes
What's cooking in England? Want to know about your favourite chef's latest book or find a traditional recipe? Books about English food is the right place to come!
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How to Make: English Food
Sometimes we all need a little help in the kitchen. Essentially England's How to Make guides give you the low down on anything from jam to tea to apple pie.
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How to Make Suet Crust Pastry
How to make suet crust pastry - the basis for jam roll and England's tastiest steamed puddings
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Picnic Sandwiches
Picnic Sandwiches: Sandwiches are not just food on the run, they make great picnic food, too.
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Share Your Recipe
Traditional recipes are part of our country's history, but every year many are lost. Share your recipe with us and help preserve them.
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Traditional English Recipes: Chocolates and Sweets
The English love their sweets, and there are plenty of traditional English recipes that allow you to recreate old favourites.
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