Victorian cook Sarah Nelson invented Grasmere Gingerbread® in 1854 in the English Lake District village from where it gets its name.
A unique, spicy-sweet cross between a biscuit and cake, its reputation quickly spread and it is now enjoyed by food lovers all over the world.
Today, the business is run by third-generation owners Joanne and Andrew Hunter and every day visitors to the shop are greeted by the wonderful aroma of freshly baked Grasmere Gingerbread® hanging in the air.
The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop also sells its own award-winning rum butter and a variety of ginger-themed foodstuffs, as well as toffee, fudges, chocolates, conserves, Cartmel Village Store Sticky Toffee Sauce, Kendal Mint Cake, conserves, ginger beer, ginger themed gifts, and much, much more.
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VICTORIAN cook Sarah Nelson invented Grasmere Gingerbread in 1854 in the English Lake District village from where it gets its name. A unique, spicy-sweet cross between a biscuit and cake, its reputation quickly spread and it is now enjoyed by food lovers all over the world.
How do you eat Grasmere Gingerbread? ›
To maintain the chewy texture of Grasmere Gingerbread® keep refrigerated, but if you do not like to eat it hard bring it to room temperature for about ten minutes. You may also freshen or warm Grasmere Gingerbread® by placing it on a baking sheet in a conventional oven, moderate heat for a few minutes.
What is the world's best gingerbread? ›
Grasmere Gingerbread Shop | The World's Best Gingerbread. Victorian cook Sarah Nelson invented Grasmere Gingerbread® in 1854 in the English Lake District village from where it gets its name.
How many calories are in a piece of Grasmere Gingerbread? ›
There are 291 calories in 1 serving of Grasmere Gingerbread Cookie.
What are the three types of gingerbread? ›
The three distinct types of gingerbread are brown gingerbread, wafer-based gingerbread and honey gingerbread.
- BROWN GINGERBREAD.
- WAFER GINGERBREAD.
- HONEY GINGERBREAD.
The general rule of thumb is a couple of weeks. It depends how its prepared and if you used a lot of icing. Also, gingerbread like any other bread turns stale quite fast. Eating it after 1–2 week with tea shouldn't be a problem.
What part of gingerbread do you eat first? ›
According to the results, nearly two-thirds (64 percent) of survey respondents start at the top by eating the head of the gingerbread cookie first. Twenty percent go straight for the gingerbread man's legs, while only 16% of cookie eaters begin with a farewell to the arms.
How long is gingerbread edible? ›
Most recipes are edible for at least a week, some longer. Julia has this great tip: surround the house with piles of gingerbread cookies made with softer icing, which will stay tasty (and keep you away from the dentist's office) longer.
What is the world's most expensive gingerbread? ›
A British food artist has created the world's most expensive gingerbread house worth £6.3 million and decorated with diamonds. Debbie Wingham, 41, made the Dolce & Gabbana-inspired gingerbread creation from 15kg of flour and 17kg of sugar.
Which country eats the most gingerbread? ›
In 2018, the highest levels of gingerbread per capita consumption was registered in the Netherlands (2,361 kg per 1000 persons), followed by Germany (886 kg per 1000 persons), Belgium (799 kg per 1000 persons) and Spain (748 kg per 1000 persons), while the world average per capita consumption of gingerbread was ...
Today, the ultimate Christmas gingerbread incarnation is of course the gingerbread house. It has been suggested that these edible structures originated in Germany between the 16th and 18th centuries. The trend for gingerbread houses must have spread to Britain at some point during the nineteenth century.
How to eat Grasmere Gingerbread? ›
Still ONLY freshly-baked daily at the historic Grasmere Gingerbread Shop in the Lake District, Grasmere Gingerbread® is perfect on its own or enjoyed with freshly-brewed brewed coffee, mulled wine or warmed and served with ice cream, custard, yoghurt, stewed fruit or our own handmade Cumberland Rum Butter.
Can diabetics eat gingerbread? ›
It's a delightful addition to your holiday spread that the whole family is sure to enjoy! This diabetes-friendly is a great option to bring to a holiday cookie swap or to serve at your holiday meal to celebrate the season.
Are gingerbread healthy? ›
Research has also shown that it may improve dental hygiene, reduce cholesterol and lower blood pressure. Similarly, nutmeg – another common ingredient in gingerbread – is associated with reduced inflammation and may benefit heart health.
What is the surprisingly dark history of gingerbread? ›
Superstitions about gingerbread flourished in the 17th century. Witches supposedly made gingerbread figures, ate them, and thereby caused the death of their enemies. Dutch magistrates went so far as to declare baking or eating molded cookies illegal.
Where is the world's largest gingerbread town? ›
The World's Largest Gingerbread Town | Pepperkakebyen in Bergen | Hurtigruten US.
What are some interesting facts about gingerbread? ›
5 Things You Might Not Know About Gingerbread
- Originally gingerbread was made with honey and breadcrumbs. ...
- Queen Elizabeth once served her guests miniature gingerbread versions of themselves. ...
- Children could learn the alphabet using gingerbread letters. ...
- Queen Victoria enjoyed sharing gingerbread with her dog.
Gingerbread was also worn as a talisman in battle or as protection against evil spirits. Gingerbread was a significant form of popular art in Europe; major centers of gingerbread mould carvings included Lyon, Nuremberg, Pest, Prague, Pardubice, Pulsnitz, Ulm, and Toruń.
