Do you ever wonder what dishes Royal ladies like to cook and eat? Perhaps this recipe, given in 1985 from Princess Diana to the wives at RAF Wittering for their charity cookbook might tempt you. Join me as I cook from a recipe as old as I am, and as timeless as Diana herself.
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It’s mid-September and the boughs in the orchards are heavy laden with shining apples. If you’re all ‘crumbled-out’, I have a lovely Autumnal bake for you that’s deliciously warming and comforting for this time of year.
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When Jennifer L. Scott, New York Times Bestselling Author of the “Madame Chic” series reached out to interview me regarding English Etiquette, little did I know I’d make a wonderful new friend! Join Jennifer and I on her YouTube channel as we discuss all things etiquette, afternoon tea, and royalty.
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Brown spotty bananas usually mean they are destined for a smoothie, or a humble banana loaf. However, with a sprinkle of cinnamon, a cupcake tin, and a recipe found in a 1930s cookbook, these little banana buns will having everyone licking their lips in 30 minutes or less!
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“So please, oh please, we beg, we pray, go throw your TV set away, and in its place you can install a lovely bookshelf on the wall” - Roald Dahl…
One for literature lovers, Michael Gibbs from Bolingbroke Libraries shares his top ten titles for starting your own Classic English Library at home.
To celebrate the release of English Etiquette, we are holding a ‘very British’ giveaway. A goody-box crammed with books, tea, delicious treats, and something that divides our nation! It’s open to entries worldwide, so why not put your name in the hat?
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I’m excited to share that I have been interviewed by the lovely Kristin Contino from the popular ‘We’ll Never Be Royal’ Podcast. Join us as we chat about all things royal style, regal manners, British lifestyle, and the tourist faux pas you should avoid.
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You mean to say there is a whole day in the yearly calendar dedicated to the ritual of cream tea? A lovely cuppa, warm freshly baked scones, delicious jams made from English summer fruits, and decadent Cornish clotted cream. Someone pinch me, I must be dreaming!
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Just a stone’s throw from Bristol in England’s North Somerset, Tyntesfield is a spectacular Victorian Gothic revival house with beautiful gardens and parkland, now secured by the National Trust. Join us as we visit the former Gibbs family residence, entrepreneurial commoners ‘made good’.
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The wonderful story and revival of those iconic, collectable, blue and white stripes. A British design icon loved by cooks, bakers, and tea makers for nearly 100 years.
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Struggling to find the right present for the lovely couple? Here is The Darling Academy’s curation of the finest British home goods and lifestyle products any bride and her groom would be delighted to receive, once the last of the Champagne has been finished and the confetti swept clean away…
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In early Spring, wild garlic can be found in abundance in British woodlands. It makes a perfect ingredient when whizzed up into a delicious pesto or soup, but we think simple preparation is best. Here’s how we make the most of this tasty, seasonal and free food. Get out and forage!
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My new book, English Etiquette, details everything the English know about why etiquette matters, in a modern, understandable, and unpretentious way – while teaching you how to cultivate a traditional and charming countenance to rival any royal.
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A Second World War recipe inspired by the tireless and hard work of our Land Girls. This classic British dish, also known as Devon Pie makes a beautiful traditional Sunday lunch. Perfect for those seeking quick and easy to make comfort food suitable for vegetarians that the whole family will love.
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With the wedding season approaching, proper guest etiquette and thoughts of what to wear are at the forefront of our minds. The Darling Academy has shared its top tips with Cotswold Collections to help you get it right, every time.
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