The history and benefits of Maple syrup, that lovely light golden drizzling loveliness, is quite fascinating. Maple syrup isn't just a sweet treat; it's a symbol of Canadian culture, and its story is even more intriguing than you might think.  Your browser does not support our video. The Sweet Beginnings Maple syrup's story begins with the indigenous peoples of North America, particularly the Algonquian tribes. Legend has it that the discovery of maple sap's sweet secret was an accident. A passing squirrel nibbled on a maple tree's bark, causing sap to drip into a container below. A great story but doubtful that it's...

The Duchess got hungry around four o'clock in the afternoon, and the evening's meal wasn't until 8 pm. That meant there was a long time between lunch and dinner.The tradition of afternoon tea, is a quintessential British pastime that has captivated the hearts of people worldwide.

The many film and series adaptions of period drama's have introduced many people to the British customer of Afternoon Tea.

Originating in the early 19th century. Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, introduced the concept of Afternoon Tea in 1840.  It was unheard of before this but became very fashionable.