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Philippa Gregory on the horrible history of the real-life Renegade Nells, from the first chloroform poisoner to the notorious Moll Cutpurse
Haggis, the national dish of Scotland, a type of pudding composed of the liver, heart, and lungs of a sheep (or other animal), minced and mixed with beef or mutton suet and oatmeal and seasoned with onion, cayenne pepper, and other spices. The mixture is packed into a sheep’s stomach and boiled.
From supposedly causing hallucinations to being demonized by governments, mince pies have a fascinating history that stands at odds with their trivial size.
Tracing Britain's history through cake, from Roman apple and honey cake to the Sex and the City-inspired cupcake craze.
I've just completed an epic exploration of the heritage of the nation’s favourite teatime snack