I am practising baking for Mothers Day, when I’ll be selling these garland breads at the Sparkwell Farmers Market, this Sunday.  They are based on a traditional ‘korovai’ bread,  which is baked for family celebrations in eastern Europe, the circular shape symbolising family unity.  They are made with wheat flour, eggs, butter, vanilla, citrus zest and rum, or in this case orange liqueur, and have a semi-sweet taste with the lightest, softest crumb.   The decorations are all hand-shaped, from a different dough made with double cream.

If you would like one for any other special occasion, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Happy Mothers Day, everyone.