I've been doing a little research into dinner parties and food for a particular section of Tilly's Temptation. That reminded me of the Supersizers Go... series, the Regency episode in particular. I've linked the full video below for your enjoyment. ♥ 

​I have to say, the Jugged Hare is horrifyingly fascinating to me for some reason. It's a little like a train wreck; I just can't look away. I also enjoy the cook, who is incredibly funny. And, of course, Giles and Sue are absolutely hilarious. 

​"It's good, because you get sweetness, and then suddenly you get salty cow."
 —Sue describing Parmesan ice-cream

I love how they intersperse this with historical tidbits. It makes for an all-around enjoyable bit of research for anyone interested in the English Regency.

Incidentally, when hubby and I first watched this years ago, we realized his favorite snack (cheese toasted on bread) is actually Welsh Rarebit. As soon as we saw this, learning that English Rarebit includes red wine on the bread, we tried that too. He prefers the Welsh version. LOL 

What did you find to be the most interesting aspect of this video? 

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I was going to do a post on Regency pets and I still will, but I have to do a little more research, and it's already Wednesday. To that end, let's talk about artificial anchovies. 

OK, when I first went looking for a Regency topic for today's blog post, I wasn't hunting for smelly little fish. No, I intended to post about one of the most important members of a Regency household, the housekeeper. 

It was while I was reading about this position, learning about all the many, many things that falls under a housekeeper's jurisdiction, that I stumbled into the recipe section of The Servant's Guide and Family Manual. I almost spit my drink when I saw the following recipe...

Artificial Anchovies.

"To a peck of sprats put two pounds of salt, three ounces of bay salt, one pound of salt-petre, two ounces of salt prunella, and a few grains of cochineal. Pound these articles in a mortar, and sprinkle the powder over each layer of sprats. When the jar or pan is full, press the fish down hard, cover them for six months, and they will be fit for use."*

On that note, I will say thank you for stopping by and have a lovely evening! ♥

*I found this recipe in The Servant's Guide and Family Manual (1831), p. 17. You can get the Google e-book HERE.

Hello, my lovelies! It's Wednesday and that, of course, means it's time for another Regency Wednesday post. It's been a while since we've pored over gorgeous clothes, so let's take a look at some Regency fashion. ♥

  Plate 19.—Morning Dress.
  A loose robe of fine cambric or worked jaconot muslin, over a petticoat of the same, flounced with French trimming; long full sleeve, confined at the wrist with treble drawings, and ornamented with corresponding trimming. The robe, or négligé, of demi-length, is confined at the top by a narrow collar, or gathered into a Vandyke ruff, and is worn with a coloured silk handkerchief, tied carelessly round the neck, and is fastened down the front with bows and tassels. A mob cap, composed of net and Brussels lace, decorated with a cluster of flowers, and bows of satin ribbon. Hair curled in the neck. Slippers or sandals of pale tan-coloured kid. Gloves en suite.*

*Taken verbatim from Ackermann's Repository, 1815, p. 242. Get the Google e-book HERE.

I just love the bird. I think it's time for me to do some research into Regency pets. What do you think? 

As always, thank you for stopping by. Have a lovely day! ♥

It's that time of year again, my lovelies! It's time for the annual Summer/Winter Sale over at Smashwords! All of my books have been enrolled in this sale (except Gertrude's Grace, which is only available on Amazon at this time). Some of my books are half off and some are free now through July 31. That's right! For a whole month, my books are on sale.

​Here's the breakdown: 

50% OFF (reg. $2.99 each): 

• Honor
• Betrayal
• Deception
• Intrigue
• Heartless
• Redemption

FREE: 

• My Lady Coward (always free)
• Forgotten, and other Heartless tales (reg. $2.99)
• The 11th Commandment (always free)
• Death Becomes Her (reg. $0.99)
• The Dragon's Birth (reg. $0.99) 

If you've never tried one of my books, now is the time to do so. Each book links to its individual page on Smashwords. These prices are only good on Smashwords and only by using the coupon code(s). DO NOT FORGET TO APPLY THE CODE(S) IN YOUR SHOPPING CART. 

And remember, my books are not the only ones on sale. Many, many indie authors choose to enroll their books, so take a moment to look around. 

​Happy reading, my lovelies!! ♥