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Bourbon biscuit cake

Bourbon Biscuits. Are they as posh as they sound?

March 1, 2021 Martin Tea & Cake

Bourbon Biscuits sound posh, look posh and are extremely popular. So where did they come from and are they really the best biscuit ever?

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Kit Kat history

Surprising Kit Kat facts and figures. Take a break as we reveal all…

January 31, 2020 Martin@Moldyfun Tea & Cake

Kit Kats are huge. Well, not in absolute size terms as they were made to fit a lunch box, but in terms of being a

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Oreo cookie history

Oreo Cookies are a global phenomenon, but do you know their interesting history?

January 20, 2020 Martin@Moldyfun Tea & Cake

Oreo cookies are an American favourite – but what’s their history? And how can you make an Oreo cookie cake with a silicone cake mould?

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Custard cream biscuit cake mold

Amazingly, the custard cream biscuit is the nation’s favourite. How do you eat yours?

January 17, 2020 Martin@Moldyfun Tea & Cake

Custard cream biscuits are the UK’s favourite, so what are they, why are they so liked and how can you make your own?

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Feature: Hip Replacement

hip replacement story starting with arthritis
A hip replacement story, from initial twinge to running around post op.

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