by MJF | Mar 2, 2026 | Afternoon Tea, Baking, Cakes, French, Poppy Seeds, World Cuisines
Lemon & Poppy Seed Financiers with Verbena Syrup Delicate almond financiers perfumed with lemon zest and studded with poppy seeds. Finished with a fragrant lemon verbena syrup that adds brightness and elegance. Light, buttery, and refined — perfect with afternoon...
by MJF | Feb 20, 2026 | African, Afternoon Tea, Baking, Cakes, Grains of Paradise, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Paradise-Spiced Gingerbread A warmly spiced gingerbread loaf featuring the citrus-pepper heat of grains of paradise. Mixing BowlsWhiskRubber Spatula8-9" Loaf Tin 250 g Plain Flour (2 cups)1 tsp Baking Soda (1 tsp)½ tsp Fine Sea Salt (½ tsp)2 tsp Ground...
by MJF | Aug 24, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, Baking, Bread, English, Saffron, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Cornish Saffron Buns Golden, fragrant buns enriched with saffron, butter, and dried fruits. A Cornish specialty traditionally enjoyed with tea, their vibrant colour and subtle spicing make them stand out on any pastry spread. Small SaucepanSmall Bowl, for melting...
by MJF | Jul 5, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, Cinnamon, English, Kids Cookery, Pastry, Spices & Herbs, Sweets & Candies
Sugary Cinnamon Toast Fingers A warm, crispy, sweet treat just like Granny made…Great with some hot chocolate! Small BowlGrill or Large Frying Pan 2 slices White or Wholemeal Bread2 teaspoons Unsalted Butter (softened, but not melted)1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar½...
by MJF | May 27, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, Allspice, Baking, Bread, Cardamom, Cinnamon, English, Pastry, Spices & Herbs
After almost 50 years of supporting “The Blues”, I have seen many ups and downs, but it is nice to see the recent improvements and the team making it back into the Champion’s League for next year! To celebrate, I have pulled up my Chelsea Bun...
by MJF | May 7, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, American, Baking, Cookies
Zesty lemon bars with a coconut meringue topping on a buttery crust—an indulgent, Florida-inspired treat perfect for teatime or dessert. When I joined Marriott, this recipe was shared by Chef Oswald at the Marriott Harbor Beach, Fort Lauderdale as a favourite of Mr...
