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Historically, mince pies were a status symbol at Xmas. The wealthy liked to show off at their Christmas parties by having pies made is different shapes. Having pies like this meant you were rich and could afford to employ the best most expensive pastry cooks.

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2021-12-21

Lockdown3 sketch. Day 5.
The last mince pie.

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2021-01-10

It's Christmas Eve!

That means finishing up all the 🎁, sending the last of the cards via 😉, a final whizz around with the vacuum & the mince pies out on a plate for 🎅 & his elves.

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2020-12-24

This painting is in the Winter Exhibition in Burford. I believe they are having a late night opening on Thursday! Worth a look.

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2020-12-17

Day 6: Pie

It’s a well-known fact that polar bears love mince pies!

Artwork (c) Lizzie Cavanagh

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2020-12-06

Who's been enjoying treats?
Today’s will definitely get you in the mood... FREE mince pie with every hot drink. They’re open from 10-4, so why not call in? They’d love to see you!

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2020-12-04

Christmas food!!! My absolute favourite of all Christmas treats is the Lebkuchen, which is a German Biscuit and the main reason I went to live in Berlin for 3 months earlier this year.

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2020-12-03

Today is stir up Sunday, the day you are traditionally supposed to make your Christmas pudding, Christmas Cake or Mince Pies! Everybody in your house is meant to give the pudding a stir for luck! 🎄🥄🍷

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2020-11-23

Opera and what a glorious combination! 🎶🎶🎶

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2019-12-05