Whether you prefer cod or haddock, regular or mushy peas, curry sauce or vinegar, The British Connection can help you prepare your favourite fish and chips dinner. Brits have long struggled to find proper fish and chips at American restaurants. While some manage to come close to the real deal, nothing beats a takeout from [...]
Jelly Babies: From World War I and Doctor Who fame to American contraband?
Jelly Babies have long been a favorite sweet in households in the United Kingdom. Even though they have been compared to gummy bears and jellybeans, there is really nothing quite like them. They are unique in shape (think about it, you’re eating babies) and history, and due to their role in the popular Doctor Who TV [...]
Have your Guinness and eat it too
Guinness is not just for drinking. With St. Patrick’s Day approaching rapidly, why not experiment with both savory and sweet dishes that use Guinness as an ingredient? If you look for recipes online, you could actually plan a three course St. Patty’s Day party feast. Here are a few ideas if you are having guests over [...]
Fancy a fry-up?
If you’ve been craving a full English breakfast with all the traditional fixings, look no further than The British Connection. Brits and true Anglophiles will know that it takes more than streaky American bacon and some eggs to hit the spot, so The British Connection is here to supply you with the proper ingredients that [...]
Recipe of the day: Ploughman’s Lunch
The Puget Sound region has been experiencing some much-needed sunshine as of late. As usual, though, the sun doesn’t promise to stick around for long, so sitting outside a pub with friends, food, and a couple pints would be the perfect way to take advantage of our numbered days of good weather. You’d almost think [...]
Recipe of the day: Victoria Sponge Cake
The British Connection has plenty of pre-made goodies for you to buy for loved ones for Valentine’s Day, but we also sell ingredients to help you make your own Valentine’s Victoria Sponge cake! You may already have some of the basic ingredients, such as butter and eggs, but The British Connection has a traditional sponge [...]
Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is approaching rapidly, so don’t wait until the last minute to pick up a gift for your special someone. If you’re looking for chocolates or knickknacks, The British Connection is here to help. We have a variety of gifts available, perfect for a husband/boyfriend, wife/girlfriend, parent, child, friend, or crush (if you want [...]
Lost in translation
It’s no secret that the meaning of certain words and phrases is often lost during conversations between Americans and Brits, and The British Connection is no stranger to this. Seeing as we are located in America, many of our customers are American. So if you’ve ever been in the store and wondered what the heck [...]
The Legend of Spotted Dick
For such a popular, well-known British pudding, the meaning behind its name is surprisingly mysterious. The first documented recipe of “spotted dick” was found in Alexis Benoist Soyer’s 1849 book, The Modern Housewife or Ménagère, suggesting that Brits have been enjoying this dessert for hundreds of years. Yet while the recipe has been passed down [...]
Recipe of the day: Flapjacks
Looking for an indoor activity for these gloomy Washington afternoons? Baking is a great way to stay occupied and fight the winter blues (not to mention it has a delicious outcome), so head over to The British Connection and pick up a couple ingredients! Today’s suggested recipe is flapjacks (the British kind of course). They’re [...]
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