After a long absence the Feast of St Augustine will again be held in the Barony of Rowany. Come, help us celebrate our patron saint with feasting, drinking and merry making.

Four years ago, Cwmbra, Wales resident Lynsey Gunn took a cake-decorating class at Torfaen council’s Croesyceiliog community education centre. Now she has created a fantastic sugar replica of Raglan Church. (photo)

Elizabet Marshall reports that she has created a small album of photos from the Daily Life Schola event which took place recently in the Barony Beyond the Mountain (East Kingdom).

SCA Torlyon proudly presents: Tablecloth of Gold: King Salamander Feast.

The Shire of Smythkepe presents Mid Summer Knight's Dream XVIII: A Day in the Life of a Noble September 3-5 at Camp Cahinnio south of Booneville, AR.

At the May 15, 2010 Will's Revenge event, Their Majesties Malcolm and Tessa of the Kingdom of AEthelmearc placed Victor of Shrewsbury on contemplate elevation to the Order of the Laurel.

Join us at our annual camping event to marvel at the wide open ocean, play games, and experience outdoor A&S adventures. There will also be an as-yet-to-be-determined rapier activity. The A&S competition is for a documented period dish for the Saturday evening potluck.

The discovery of green tea leaves in Chinese tombs may prove that infused tea was being served as far back as the 12th century, instead of only in modern times, as previously believed.

The Middle Kingdom Cooks Collegium is an event dedicated to expanding the knowledge and research for the arts and sciences of cooking. Come enjoy and exploration of tastes and textures while enjoying the company of some truly inspiring people.

The most “Period” event ever: The Plague Picnic. Join us for the Plague Picnic.  A fun filled day of Plague, Punishment, and Pleasure.

Several photographers report that they have created albums of photos from the St Urho's Tourney event which took place recently in the Kingdom of Atlantia.

The Politarchopolan Baronial Guard, resurrecting an ancient tradition, presents a feast to celebrate the arrival of Anno Societatis XLV, being 45 years since the First Tournament.

Do you take that morning cup of coffee for granted? Do you think coffee has always been there? Not so! According to the website of the Roast & Post Coffee Company, coffee was "not discovered until around 600 CE in the Middle East and only came into Europe in the 16th Century."

Join the Marche of Three Towers for: Oaken Regional Cooking and Bardic Symposium April 10, 2010

Stories tell of heated words this past fall in the Court of King Cedric, at Baron’s Ball. Witnesses speak of Baroness Araviere of Wealdsmere accusing Baroness Stjarna of Wastekeep of stealing away her Courtiers.

Amy Barclay de Tolly and Peggy Trowbridge of the Home Cooking Guide website offer information on edible flowers including which of the plants are safe to eat.

Have you ever wondered what goes on in the kitchen at events?  Ever wanted
to try your hand at “authentic” food?  This is the place to start.  Some of
our most notable cooks have agreed to come and share their knowledge.  Come
prepared to enjoy a day of learning, and food.

Archaeologists studying the sites of Elizabethan playhouses in London have discovered that theatre-goers were treated to an "exotic array of foods while enjoying the latest plays of the day."

The discovery of a molinillo, a stick used to mix chocolate, in a well in St. Augustine, Florida leads experts to believe that chocolate was enjoyed in the 1500s in the city.

The Shire of Pavlok Gorod (Kodiak, Alaska) is pleased to announce the seventh annual Fantastic Fairytale Fete!

A recent study of pig and cattle bones found near Stonehenge has led researchers to believe that it was the site of huge winter solstice feasts. Experts believe animals were herded to the site and then slaughtered to feed celebrants.

Romans may have brought more than forts and paved roads to England during their occupation. They may have brought a healthy diet. (photo)

Zinaida the Horsegal reports that she has created an album of photos from Tarnmist Yule, which took place recently in the Kingdom of the West. The album is available to view on Flickr.

The College of Blaiddwyn invites you to come out and make merry in the crisp winter mountain air in al-barran. Test your strength among the competitors for the title of Defender of The Pack and Champion of Blaiddwyn.

"Good friends, with praise and thanksgiving to the God who sent his son, we wish for each of you a blessed Christmas!" says the Queen and the feasting commences at the Elizabethan Yuletide Feaste in Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio. Sarah Crump of the Plain Dealer was on hand for the festivities. (photos)

Like to cook? have a recipe to share? A new Yahoo Group has been formed to share recipes loved by SCA members, especially those that can be cooked onsite.

Last year we celebrated the long weekend in January by roasting a sheep, learning how to prepare chickens for the pot, camping, fighting, feasting in the open, enjoying meals cooked over an open fire, shooting with our bows and taking the children on pony rides!

On Saturday, January 23, 2010, Meisterinne Stella Seraphine, sometime of Leuchtenberg, shall be teaching a hands-on class on shopping for medieval foodstuffs in the modern world.

Archaeologist Jacqui Wood is not afraid go back to the basics with her cooking. The author of Tasting the Past: Recipes from the Stone Age to the Present, Wood cooks in the style of the Romans and the Celts.

Come join the Silver Desert for our Yule feast. This year the feast will be potluck. Please bring a dish to share. (Bread will be provided and desserts are a separate competition.)