Tag: United Kingdom

  • Millionaire’s Shortbread

    Millionaire’s Shortbread

    You don’t have to be a millionaire to make Millionaire’s shortbread! This is a Scottish treat that we tried a couple of times and really enjoyed it. Ingredients: For the shortbread: 225g/8oz plain flour 175g/6oz unsalted butter, cold, cut into cubes 75g/2¾oz caster sugar For the topping: 150g/5oz butter 1 x 379g can condensed milk…

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  • Yes or No…that is the question

    Yes or No…that is the question

    As you may be aware, Scotland is conducting a national referendum on September 18th, 2014.  The question on the table: Should Scotland separate from the United Kingdom? The outcome will have definite impacts on the country, regardless of which side wins the vote.  We have met many friendly and interesting people throughout our journeys in Scotland. …

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  • #1 Way to Eat Pie for Dinner!

    #1 Way to Eat Pie for Dinner!

    For our Scottish recipe, I chose to make Cottage Pie.  While making this recipe, I learned that the only difference between this pie and Shepherd’s Pie, is that Shepherd’s Pie is made with lamb, and this pie is made with beef!  I hope you enjoy learning how to make this delicious dish! Ingredients for Cottage…

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  • It’s the People that you Meet!

    It’s the People that you Meet!

    While in the UK, we have been staying in Travelodge hotels as needed. They are similar to our Travelodges at home – clean and safe – but not a lot of frills. Some days, we tour, tour, tour and then simply fall asleep in our beds and go to the local grocery to pick up…

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  • Edinburrrrr

    Edinburrrrr

    Today we had a great day in Edinburgh, (pronounced Edinburrrrr – no bor-rough!)….we started our day early and couldn’t stop until late as there was so much to see and do in this vibrant city! We started on the Royal Mile and worked our way through the city. Some of the major points we learned…

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