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A Welsh National Treasure – Welsh Cake Recipe

A Welsh National Treasure – Welsh Cake Recipe

Today the Scandinavians celebrate something called ”International Cinnamon Bun Day” which in Wales would probably translate into a ”Welsh Cake Day”. Welsh Cakes are also known as bakestones within Wales because they are traditionally cooked on a bakestone (Welsh: maen), a cast iron griddle. These treats can be enjoyed with your afternoon tea whatever the time of year and they always manage to create that warm feeling in your gut. We haven’t heard of an Official Welsh Cake Day but…

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Beddgelert, Snowdonia and the story of Gelert the faithful hound

Beddgelert, Snowdonia and the story of Gelert the faithful hound

One of the Top 10 things to do in Snowdonia is to visit the lovely little village of Beddgelert. The name Beddgelert is translated to “Gelert’s grave” as the grave of Gelert the hound lies within a short walk of the village and the sad story behind it gives the village it’s name. (Dog lovers turn away now!) Wales has many medieval legends which add to the mystery and beauty of it’s stunning lansdscapes and countryside. Every mountain, lake and rock…

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