Rarely seen without a rolling pin in hand, Sandy Docherty appeared on the treasured television show The Great British Bake-Off in 2015 and has been a regular go to on local radio and Channel 4 since - especially about the food and traditions of the region that she is so proudly from. She achieved the legendary 'Hollywood Handshake' on the show for her rich chocolate indulgent Yorkist Tart - among the recipes featured here - in this her first collection of culinary treasures specific to the history and traditions of the north of England. Each mouth-watering suggestion comes with a potted history behind the name, with the deliciously moreish creations perfect for any time of day and whether a sole indulgence or for the unexpected arrival of family and friends. With the sounds and smells of her mum's kitchen as an inspiration, learn the delights of making Sandy's Leeds soup, Swaledale lamb and mint pies, Whitby chowder, Helvellyn butter, Batley truffle, Moggy and so much more - and, of course, the perfect, definitive recipe for Yorkshire Puddings.