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Mark's avatar

Satish kumar (Ed resurgence magazine,) said if education was all about cooking and food there would be ample opportunity to teach children all they need to know about life and the world, and there might be a bit more peace in that world.

Betty Marmalade's avatar

he's a wise old bird and absolutely right.

Rori Alexander's avatar

Love your writing Lizzy-...always a treasure.💓💞

Russell Walker's avatar

Well, i never expected an advert as well as rolls. they're especially good with cowboy butter...ask the baker! I first met Liz when she had the Folkhouse Cafe and everyday they'd start by bashing the dough. Bread is what it's all about. Staff of life and all...

and yes, honey, I need to steer clear of the violence for a while in my classes. But hey, I am talking about Britain/Ireland. Next term.

Betty Marmalade's avatar

cowboy butter is coming to substack near you soon!

Mark's avatar

Actually, I quite like the idea of her story! Also loved your description, at the beginning of hands, working the dough, and that action stretching back through millennia.

Betty Marmalade's avatar

thank you! if you make bread, watch your hands next time - it's quite mind bending.

Hilary HISCOX's avatar

Love this post!

I make Sourdough regularly, but this will be a great one to do with grandchildren coming for a sleepover tomorrow. ❤️

Betty Marmalade's avatar

thank you Hilary, and yes, this is much easier with kids - quicker so less patience required!

Hilary HISCOX's avatar

One of them has additional needs, so this will be perfect. The 13 yr old doesn’t know yet, but she’s making the Christmas Cake 😉

Betty Marmalade's avatar

wonderful! we used to make the pudding together as kids - hiding sixpences inside - lovely tradition that I feel the need to resurrect!

Heidi Alexander's avatar

Love it, thank you Liz. Yes, let's run the world from a bakery. ❤️❤️❤️

Lily's avatar

Seconded. I’ll look after the cinnamon rolls

Betty Marmalade's avatar

wouldn't it be perfect?