Category: Britain

Very British Novelty Candies

British candies evokes images of children in school uniforms running to the corner store to choose their sugary treats.  Many British candies are quite unusual and are the type of confection you may not find anywhere else.   Take for instance, Cat Companions, which are not so much about eating tiny strong peppermints but about collecting the tins that have pictures of prize-winning cats on […]

Cosmetics and Fragrances Favored By The Royal Family

The Royal family has a list of designers and manufacturers that they buy from and that in turn can boast the Royal Warrant Holder symbol. This means that the seller or provider is officially approved by the Royal Family and that they can advertise this fact.   Crabtree and Evelyn is an age-old favorite e of the monarchy. They sell shaving soaps and creams,  hand […]