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A fortnightly survey of the traditional dishes for which Britain is famous.
Richmond in Surrey has been famous for these cakes for centuries. Legend says that when Henry VIII first tasted them he asked their name and on being told that they had none decreed that henceforth they should be known as 'Maids of Honour'.
The original recipe has been a secret but it will be revealed this evening, for the first time, by Philip Harben.
Produced by S. E. Reynolds
(in co-operation with the Television Film Unit)

Contributors

Cook:
Philip Harben
Producer:
S. E. Reynolds

An experimental programme of movement and dance.

The Dream
An interpretation by Geraldine Stephenson, with an accompaniment of sound devised by herself.

Living Image
A new ballet by arrangement with Ballet Workshop (Mercury Theatre).

Contributors

Dancer:
Geraldine Stephenson
Choreography:
Jack Carter
Music:
Leonard Salzedo
Costumes:
Norman McDowell
Orchestra conducted by:
Eric Robinson
Incidental music:
Michael Hobson
Producer:
Christian Simpson

BBC Television

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