by Gluten Free Mummy | Jan 31, 2026 | Desserts and Sweet Treats
The Home Economics Bit Cocoa was extremely scarce in 1946, following WWII. Around this time, Ferrero was established as a pastry shop in Piedmont, Italy. In response to the scarcity of cocoa they created a paste made of hazelnuts and a little cocoa, which could be... 
by Gluten Free Mummy | Jan 26, 2026 | Breads, Scones, Biscuits and Cakes
The Home Economics Bit Milk bread is a soft and slightly sweet bread, that is delicious freshly baked, for sandwiches or toasted. The milk and mascarpone add moisture, tenderness, and flavour to the bread, and help the bread to brown during baking. Gluten Free... 
by Gluten Free Mummy | Jan 4, 2026 | Desserts and Sweet Treats
The Home Economics Bit Cocoa was extremely scarce in 1946, following WWII. Around this time, Ferrero was established as a pastry shop in Piedmont, Italy. In response to the scarcity of cocoa they created a paste made of hazelnuts and a little cocoa, which could be... 
by Gluten Free Mummy | Dec 14, 2025 | Desserts and Sweet Treats
The Home Economics Bit The origins of chocolate The Mayans were the first to consume cacao, in the form of a cacao-based drink. They began by harvesting cacao beans which they then fermented and roasted. The roasted cacao beans were then ground... 
by Gluten Free Mummy | Aug 10, 2025 | Breads, Scones, Biscuits and Cakes
The Home Economics Bit Burger buns are soft, round bread rolls that are specifically designed to hold burger patties and toppings. They are typically soft and fluffy, but sturdy enough to hold their contents, making burgers portable and easy to eat. Burger buns... 