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The inspiration for this episode emerged from a touching circle of collaboration; my former co-workers reached out, fostering excitement at the thought of connecting food history with cinematic storytelling. Given the film's portrayal of Rasputin savoring a Bakewell tart, it seemed only fitting to dive into its history. This particular recipe exemplifies the transformation of the traditional Bakewell pudding to what is recognized today as the Bakewell tart, occurring around World War I.