The butter and raisin cookies are simple but delicious. Keep a log of dough in your fridge and you'll always be ready for guests. More

Sort of like the love child of Pavlova and Trifle, this confection, consisting of crushed meringue cookies, freshly whipped cream and sugar-coated berries (usually strawberries) takes its name from the venerable Eton College, where it is traditionally served at the school's annual cricket game against Winchester College. More