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Do you know how to bake bread? Have you wanted to learn? Baking bread is one of those things that sounds so intimidating at first. When I mention I’ve been baking bread at the weekend, I inevitably get reactions like “Wow, you know how to do that?” or “You must have a lot of free Continue reading Want to learn how to bake bread? Video tutorial. 
I know I am supposed to posting more recipes from my big weekend extravaganza of homegrown produce. But I got distracted by cookie baking. This happens a lot to me. I just love baking. Especially baking cookies. Cookies are so quick & easy, there are so many varieties, they make the house smell amazing, and they’re 
You know when you’re in a fancy food shop and you find the most precious, gorgeous little bottle of something which would add such a magical finishing touch to your recipes? Then you turn the bottle over and have a little heart attack from the price tag. And you think “$15 for sugar?!? I Continue reading Infused sugars for coffee, cocktails and baking 
Want to try making your own vanilla extract? It’s super simple and the results are just as good as store-bought – maybe even better! Earlier this year I tried turning an unwanted bottle of vodka into vanilla extract. As a baker, I go through a lot of vanilla extract, and it’s not cheap. Continue reading Make your own vanilla extract – the results! 
A long, hot, sunny Easter weekend in London. The perfect time to be in front of a hot oven! But I was, in pursuit of another English classic – the hot cross bun. My problem with the traditional hot cross bun is that they are filled with currants, raisins and other dried fruits … and I 
I cannot stop eating these scones. Nor can Zak or his coworkers. They are That Good. These scones were born out of a crazy birthday gift of an All Bacon Themed dinner. Every food served during the meal included bacon … even dessert! (The dessert will not be featured on Vintage Savoir Faire 
I learned to cook from my mother. She is the original inspiration for vintage savoir faire. Mom is a country girl transplanted to the east coast with a bit of 1960′s organic/crunchiness about her. I grew up with homemade baby food, weekly bread baking, lots of playing in the woods and garden, and an 
My mother would be proud – I’ve definitely inherited her inability to throw away anything that ‘might be useful someday.’ Especially if that thing involves chocolate! Going through my pantry the other day (full disclosure: My pantry is really one small kitchen cabinet crammed to the brim – ahh the joys of apartment 
Amanda's Homemade White Bread What’s the quickest way to make a visitor to your house think you’re a domestic goddess? Fill your house with the smell of baking bread. And no, a ‘freshly baked bread’ scented candle doesn’t cut it. Mmmm, the smell of baking bread. Enough said. To really get this smell, you |
Hi, I'm Amanda, and I write about healthy and creative living by rediscovering vintage skills! I focus on good food, handmade beauty products, kitchen remedies, and getting crafty & creative, all from my small kitchen in London. First time visiting? Start here. 
 Don't forget that I'm just a regular person. I'm not a doctor, therapist, herbalist, aromatherapist, chef, expert or professional practitioner of anything I discuss here on Vintage Savoir Faire. I'm just really interested in vintage tips, detoxing my beauty routine and traditional remedies. So if you're unsure about anything, check with your doctor or a qualified professional before you try it! All the information on this site is provided on an as-is basis. Whew. Glad we cleared that up! |
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