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Made in Britain: Cornishware by T.G. Green

The wonderful story and revival of those iconic, collectable, blue and white stripes. A British design icon loved by cooks, bakers, and tea makers for nearly 100 years.

Perfectly British Father's Day Gift Ideas

Despite the grumbling and mumbling, good fathers are some of the most selfless people you can find. Decades of hard work to put a roof over your head, teaching you to ride a bike, playing taxi service, and offering zero-interest loans from the bank of dad. Surely he deserves to be spoilt this year?

Perfectly British Wedding Gift Ideas

Struggling to find the right present for the lovely couple? Here is The Darling Academy’s curation of the finest British home goods and lifestyle products any bride and her groom would be delighted to receive, once the last of the Champagne has been finished and the confetti swept clean away…

What to do with foraged Wild Garlic

In early Spring, wild garlic can be found in abundance in British woodlands. It makes a perfect ingredient when whizzed up into a delicious pesto or soup, but we think simple preparation is best. Here’s how we make the most of this tasty, seasonal and free food. Get out and forage!

Give her the gift of inner beauty and confidence

Thinking of gift ideas for daughters and young women in your family can be tricky. Why not give her something meaningful that will help to boost her grace and self-esteem! Ladies Like Us is a book with modern, sound and supportive lifestyle advice written just for her

Cotswold kitchen garden inspired quiche recipes

A delicious quiche recipe inspired by our gorgeous local produce here in the Cotswolds. If you have a seasonal glut of vegetables from your own garden, or don’t know what to do with that unusual veg you picked up at the farmer’s market, a light quiche could be the answer!

Berkeley Castle, a day out in the Cotswolds

A visit to Berkeley Castle, comfortably nestled in the Cotswolds makes for a great family day out. For those interested in the War of the Roses and Tudor history, it should definitely be on your Cotswold bucket list, just don’t get trapped in the dungeon!

English Etiquette: Good manners for a modern world

Discover the timeless charm of good manners in my new book, English Etiquette. With a fresh, easy-to-digest approach, this guide shows you why etiquette is essential and how to effortlessly cultivate a graceful presence. Perfect for anyone wanting to bring a touch of tradition to daily life.

How to make Homity Pie: a 1940s rationing recipe from WW2

A Second World War recipe inspired by the tireless and hard work of our Land Girls. This classic British dish, also known as Devon Pie makes a beautiful traditional Sunday lunch. Perfect for those seeking quick and easy to make comfort food, suitable for vegetarians that the whole family will love.

Wedding Etiquette with Cotswold Collections

With the wedding season approaching, proper guest etiquette and thoughts of what to wear are at the forefront of our minds. The Darling Academy has shared its top tips with Cotswold Collections to help you get it right, every time.

Creating a cosy kitchen

Recently I’ve become acutely aware of my desire to purchase from only heritage brands, not just for the quality and longevity but the pleasure of indulging the rose-tinted nostalgic memories of my Grandfather’s kitchen. New isn’t all it’s cracked up to be…

Double Gloucester Cheese, Broccoli & Egg Muffins

Every girl needs an arsenal of fail-safe recipes that she can whip up in a flash. The best ones are quick makes that are versatile enough to cater for a simple lunch at home as well as being appropriate for a bring and share. These broccoli muffins are delicious, light, gluten-free and zero sugar!

Ladylike ways to deal with sneezes and sniffles

Having the sniffles is never fun, especially when you don’t know whether it is polite or not to blow your nose in public. Etiquette Expert offers her advice on what to do when you have to navigate the task of blowing your nose, cough or sneeze in a formal setting.

Navigating political debate at a dinner party

This week etiquette conundrum is from a reader asking how to handle uncomfortable political debate at a dinner party. A lady should know how to handle this minefield, so here are The Darling Academy’s best tips on how to be gracious, dignified and ladylike in the face of such awkwardness.

The Old Money Book by Byron Tully: a review

Freedom for your finances! How looking at your money through the lenses of “the old boys” can help boost your self-esteem and get you on track to invest in a real and positive future. Stop dreaming and turn your attention to what really matters….a review of The Old Money Book by Byron Tully.

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