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The Marmalade Sandwich

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THE MARMALADE SANDWICH (R4x48) 4C set Ian Brockbank Badger's Set

1- 8 1L followed by 2L+3L+4L dance across, down behind Men, across and up to place
9-16 1M followed by 2M+3M+4M dance across, down behind Ladies, across and up to place
17-24 All dance DoSiDo and all turn RH
25-32 1s slip step to bottom and back to top
33-40 1s cast to 2nd place and turn RH while 2s+3s+4s advance and retire, 1s cast to 3rd place and turn RH while 2s+3s+4s advance and retire
41-48 1s cast to 4th place and turn RH while 2s+3s+4s advance and retire, all turn RH (or spin)

(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)


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The most famous reference to a marmalade sandwich is undoubtedly associated with Paddington Bear, the beloved fictional character created by Michael Bond.

Paddington, a polite and well-meaning bear from "Darkest Peru", is known for his love of marmalade sandwiches, which he often keeps tucked under his hat "for emergencies". This detail has become a signature trait of the character and is cherished by fans worldwide.

One of the most iconic moments involving a marmalade sandwich occurred during a short film created for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2022. The sketch featured Paddington Bear having tea with the Queen at Buckingham Palace. In a heartwarming and humorous exchange, Paddington offered the Queen a marmalade sandwich, only for her to reveal that she kept one in her handbag "for later".

This delightful interaction, blending tradition and whimsy, captured hearts globally and became a poignant symbol of the Queen's sense of humour and charm. The scene gained even greater significance after the Queen's passing later that year, as it showed her ability to connect with audiences of all ages in a lighthearted and memorable way.

The most famous marmalade sandwich
Paddington Bear, All Alone, With His Marmalade Sandwich In Leicester Square, London


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