Yorkshire Coble Cake (Spiced Apple Cake)
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Yorkshire Coble Cake (Spiced Apple Cake)

Yorkshire Coble Cake (Spiced Apple Cake)

Yorkshire Coble Cake (Spiced Apple Cake) – A delectable cake from Yorkshire, which is subtly spiced and filled with apple compote.

A Classic British Recipe for Spiced Apple Cake

Yorkshire Coble Cake is a delectable cake from Yorkshire, which is subtly spiced and filled with apple compote.

This delightful British cake is famously served in the tearooms of Staithes and Whitby in North Yorkshire.

This cake is named after the local, traditional fishing boats, cobles, that have a flat bottom and a high bow, which helps with the rough conditions which are prevalent the North Sea.

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The Difference between Afternoon Tea and High Tea
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The Difference between Afternoon Tea and High Tea

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The Difference between Afternoon Tea and High Tea – The simple and historic difference between Afternoon Tea (Low Tea) and High Tea explained

With Recipes and a Photo Gallery of both Teas and Cream Teas

High Tea or Afternoon Tea – what’s the difference?

There appears to be some confusion between afternoon tea and high tea, so I thought I’d try to explain the very big difference between them today.

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Traditional Singin’ Hinnies (Griddle Cakes)
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Traditional Singin’ Hinnies (Griddle Cakes)

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Traditional Singin’ Hinnies (Griddle Cakes) – This recipe is my grandmother’s recipe, for a North East griddle cake-cum-scone with currants.

A Traditional Recipe from Northumberland, County Durham and the North East of England

Traditional Singin’ Hinnies (Griddle Cakes) – This recipe is very close to my heart, it’s my grandmother’s recipe for Singin’ Hinnies – a North East griddle cake-cum-scone with currants.

Similar to Welsh Cakes, these were traditionally made for birthdays, as well as for high tea and supper.

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Savouring Local Culinary Destinations: A guide to uncovering vibrant neighbourhood dining
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Savouring Local Culinary Destinations: A guide to uncovering vibrant neighbourhood dining

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Savouring Local Culinary Destinations: A guide to uncovering vibrant neighbourhood dining. Ideas or local dining venues

There’s a special kind of magic in discovering a fantastic local restaurant when you’re travelling. It’s that little spot tucked away from the main tourist area, buzzing with the happy chatter of residents and filled with the aroma of something delicious that’s cooking.

These are the meals that become memories, the ones that give you a genuine taste of a place.

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