Historical uses of jam, development and regional customs throughout the world.
Jam and the Copper Kettle Copper Cookware….. Fanciful sweets became a science! You might have read how all the true artisan jam makers love their copper kettles, they are so beautiful and so wonderful to work with. So I thought I would help make things a bit clearer, especially...
A Bit Of Jam History To appreciate today’s gourmet jam and the artisans that create it. One must look to the past and understand it’s journey from the Kings and Queens who regaled in it’s delicate creation, the settlers who relied on it’s nutritional value and sustainability, to the...
Jam & Tea, A Love Affair Originally Tea was considered a medicine, only affordable to the wealthy and affluent. This was one of the reasons it went out of style during the French and American Revolutions. Somehow the love affair between the relaxing hot beverage, jam and those that...
Remaking the Classic American Sandwich Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are truly an American classic. For some of us, it’s time the sandwich grew up like we did. Just a few thoughts on bringing your sandwich to the palatable place you want it. Guaranteed to revitalize your faith in the...