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King of Crackers

Yet another example of English inventive genius, the cracker was invented by a Clerkenwell baker named Tom Smith in 1847. After a visit to Paris in 1840 where he noticed the popularity of ‘bon-bons’ – wrapped, sugared almonds – he … Continue reading

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Burford Garden Company

Since acquiring a chocolate-box country cottage in the heart of the Cotswolds, thoughts have gradually turned to country living; somewhat of a surprise for a staunch city girl such as I. I’m convinced that the change of heart has been spurred – at least to … Continue reading

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