THE AMALFI INVITATION

Fresh lemon brightness, delicate elderflower lift, and a soft almond-rich crumb with cultured depth.

Freshly baked with the finest ingredients, and always to order.

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Price range: £3.50 through £18.00

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Have you heard…

…about The Amalfi Invitation?

It arrived one spring morning without explanation.

A cream envelope, addressed by hand, containing little more than a name, a departure time and the instruction to pack lightly.

By the following afternoon, its recipient had been spotted on the Amalfi coast — though precisely who had sent for them, and why, remained the subject of considerable speculation back at the House.

Several days passed.

When the traveller eventually returned, they offered very little by way of explanation. They did, however, bring with them something rather more interesting: a blondie of bright lemon, fragrant elderflower, creamy white chocolate and almond.

Questions were asked. Answers were not forthcoming.

And then, the following spring, another cream envelope appeared.

To this day, nobody quite knows who sends The Amalfi Invitation.

Only that when one arrives, it would be terribly impolite to decline.

Best enjoyed as the afternoon light begins to stretch across the table, The Amalfi Aristocrat reveals her full distinction when served at room temperature, or very gently warmed — just enough for the citrus oils to awaken and the floral glaze to soften into quiet perfume.

She favours accompaniments that respect her brightness while allowing her cultured depth to speak:

A pot of light Earl Grey or bergamot tea, delicately brewed, whose citrus lift mirrors her lemon-forward character without intruding upon it.

Sparkling water with a twist of fresh lemon peel, offering clarity and refreshment between bites.

Thick Greek yoghurt drizzled lightly with honey, lending creamy contrast to her floral notes and enhancing her almond-rich crumb.

A spoonful of softly whipped mascarpone with a touch of vanilla, for those who prefer a gentler, more indulgent edge.

Thin shards of toasted almond or sesame brittle, served alongside, to echo her orchard roots and add subtle texture.

For a more indulgent experience, she may be served with:

A small glass of chilled limoncello — poured sparingly — allowing her citrus brightness to glow rather than compete.

Or a light, aromatic dessert wine with clean acidity, chosen for elegance rather than sweetness.

Handled with composure and offered without haste, The Amalfi Aristocrat is precisely as she intends to be: citrus-bright, blossom-laced, and entirely in command of the season.

Storage:
Keep brownies and blondies in an airtight container at room temperature.
Best enjoyed within 3–4 days for optimal gooeyness.
In warm weather, store in the fridge to maintain structure; bring to room temperature before serving.

Freezing:
Freeze individually wrapped portions for up to 2 months.
Defrost at room temperature, then warm lightly to restore texture.

Light Brown Sugar (17%), WHEAT Flour (with added Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin, Folic Acid) (17%), Unsalted Butter (MILK) (14%), Caster Sugar (7%), Sourdough Starter (8%) (WHEAT Flour, Water), EGGS (7%), Ground ALMONDS (3%), Elderflower Cordial (Sugar, Water, Elderflowers, Citric Acid, Natural Flavourings), Lemon Zest, Lemon Juice, Vanilla Extract (Water, Organic Alcohol, Organic Bourbon Vanilla Pods), Baking Powder (Mono Calcium Phosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Corn Starch), Sea Salt.

Suitable for: Vegetarians

Allergens: See ingredients in CAPITALS. Made in a kitchen that handles gluten, milk, eggs, nuts, peanuts, sesame and soya

Approximately 95g per blondie — unapologetically rich, yet impeccably restrained. Available as a single blondie, presented in boxes of four or six.

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