Butterbeer is a slightly alcoholic magical drink said to taste of less-sweet butterscotch. It is served both hot and cold in bottles or by the foaming tankard. It is known to be sold at The Three Broomsticks, The Hog’s Head, and…
Chocolate Frogs are little enchanted frog-shaped candies sold in the wizarding world, produced by Mr. and Mrs. Flume’s (candy company?). Each is packaged with a removable card featuring a famous witch or wizard for trading and collecting. The frogs are said to be made of seventy…
Treacle tart is an English dessert made with light treacle—golden syrup. It is best served warm and traditionally with a dollop of clotted cream. I talk more about Golden Syrup and where to find it in my post about Treacle Fudge. Treacle…
Polyjuice Potion is a mixture that allows one to take on the form of another person for a short period of time. The potion is advanced and time consuming, after brewing it has to ferment and stew for nearly a…
This public house isn’t known just for Butterbeer. The Three Broomsticks, like any good pub, has a menu of classic British favorites— like Fish and Chips. This pairing of battered meat and fried potatoes (think steak fries) is usually served with barley…
A bacon sandwich is said to be Ronald Weasley’s personal comfort food and Harry gets to enjoy some with the rest of the Weasleys while staying at The Burrow during the summer. They wolf some down as a quick brunch before heading to…
The Patronus Charm is a defensive magical spell in the wizarding world that conjures a gust of positive energy, sometimes in the shape of an animal familiar and works as a protective shield. The spell is used to protect oneself…
Red Currants are native to Eastern Europe and have been a banned crop in the US since the 20s due to a blight. You’ll be lucky to even find REAL imported dried currants in US. Guaranteed all you’ll find are Zante…
In the early stages of planning my Harry Potter Vegan Month of Food, I came across these delightful pumpkin shaped dinner rolls and thought they would make a great addition to a grand Hogwarts Feast! Though, I had some definite…
According to some Harry Potter marketing materials, Pumpkin juice has been “[m]anufactured since 1837 by London Pumpkins & Sons” and it is extremely popular among wizards and the students of Hogwarts. It is featured at most meals in Hogwarts by the pitcherful. I’d think that with…