The Art of a Slow English Summer | Wimbledon Cake, Garden Moments & Village Walks

Spend a gentle July day with me in England, where the pace slows, the garden is full of life, and simple seasonal traditions take centre stage.

This week, I prepare a refreshing raspberry and fresh mint iced tea, perfect for warm summer days, before baking a light Wimbledon Cake inspired by one of Britain's most cherished summer traditions. Along the way, I share a little of the cake's history and how it has evolved over the years.

Later, we enjoy a peaceful walk through the beautiful Hampshire village of Broughton, discovering quiet riverside paths, historic buildings, and the quiet beauty of the English countryside. Back at home, I spend some time in the garden, making the most of the welcome change in temperature after one of the hottest weeks of the year.

As always, this vlog is a celebration of slow living, seasonal cooking, village walks, garden moments, and finding joy in the quieter rhythm of everyday life.
Thank you so much for joining me. I hope this little corner of England brings you a moment of peace, wherever you are in the world.

Raspberry & Mint Iced Tea — What You'll Need: 🌿
• 500 ml boiling water
• 2 black tea bags (or loose black tea)
• 4–6 fresh mint leaves
• About 250 g raspberries, halved to release more flavour
• 1 teaspoon of honey (or your favourite sweetener)

🍰 Wimbledon Cake
3 large eggs
3 tablespoons sugar (or your favourite sweetener)
3 tablespoons natural yoghurt
1 teaspoon baking powder
160 g self-raising flour

🍓 Strawberry Syrup & Filling (Jam )
About 500 g strawberries
2–3 tablespoons sugar (or sweetener)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

☁️ Prosecco Cream
500 ml double cream (you used extra thick double cream)
About 80 ml Prosecco
2–3 tablespoons sugar (optional, to taste)

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