The Cake Stall

Who doesn't like to hover over a cake stall at markets, village fetes, or even just a school stall run for a local charity? As long as the items on sale are homemade, a cake stall is like a magnet for those of us who love old-fashioned cakes and preserves made with loving care in someone's kitchen. Here there are treats to take when visiting or as a Saturday afternoon surprise. There are traditional cakes and biscuits from Grandma's kitchen, kid's treats such as toffee apples and sweets, Christmas puddings and cakes, and lots of preserves - jams, pickles and chutneys - all gathered in one pleasure-packed book.