Category Archives: Feasts & Fancies

Using senses instead of scales.

Feasts & Fancies: Polenta Cobbler

Posted on February 5, 2023 by Scribe Doll

When I first came to England as a late teenager, in 1984, the biggest culture shock I experienced was undoubtedly the natives’ frugal attitude towards food. It seemed to be perceived as an undeserved luxury rather than a basic right. … Continue reading →

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Feasts & Fancies: Miscellaneous Potato Rösti

Posted on January 29, 2023 by Scribe Doll

Back in the days when my metabolism could happily burn six meals a day and I indulged in a full English breakfast every Saturday at our local greasy spoon, I would always ask for an extra helping of hash browns. … Continue reading →

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Feasts & Fancies: The Magic of Bread

Posted on January 22, 2023 by Scribe Doll

If anything makes me believe in magic in the kitchen it is making bread. The verb make is, of course, somewhat inappropriate in the context of magic, since you are not, alone, in control of the process. As in any … Continue reading →

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New Blog: Feasts & Fancies

Posted on January 15, 2023 by Scribe Doll

No Scales or Measuring Jugs – Just Imagination and Senses Welcome to my new blog, Feasts & Fancies and the first recipe. When I moved away from my family, to another country, I asked my grandmother to write down the recipes … Continue reading →

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