Around the time I was contemplating the delve into Victorian era baking, a dear friend went on a two week trip through the British Isles. She returned with two wonderful gifts: a book of puddings, and this lovely tea cloth. And according to this tea cloth, Dundee Cake is a traditional Victorian recipe from Scotland.


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The benefit of being sick for weeks is the loads of citrus that gets quickly used. At least... this is what I realized the last week of my illness. I'm not sure it would have been any better had I realized earlier, as in a very short amount of time the fridge was nearly full of peel. Why would I be saving the peels? Well, to make candied citrus ( Read more... )

Greetings to everyone - to those who read my irregular writings, or stumble upon this blog.

I've been away for some time, indeed.  As of January, the mister and I began preparations to move.  In mid-February, we made that move and currently reside near Akihabara station in Tokyo.  It was very exciting for the both of us, and living here feels much ( Read more... )

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I've been surprised about how much attention my short piece on yukata hairstyling is getting, so why not put a few more tips and tricks on the table.

Unfortunately, yukata season is just about over, but that only leaves three seasons to figure out how you want to dress yourself up next year!! Maybe you have a yukata, maybe you have an obi - maybe ( Read more... )

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When I go to a doll event, it's not usually for purpose of making purchases. I don't line up early, or try to arrive by a certain time; nor do I travel with a suitcase as many attendees do. I bring a camera, do a lot of looking, and usually walk away with a piece or two.

On the contrary, this time (Doll Show 28) I went with the specific purpose of ( Read more... )