I'm not sure of the connection to matrimony except that we adults love ... with the back of a spoon to cover the base. Spread the date mixture over the oat mixture. Top with the remaining oat ...

My sisters and I still make our family favourites - Nanaimo bars, date squares (which we always called "matrimonial cake") and my No. 1 pick, cherry coconut squares. Any time I've made a selection ...

I'm not sure of the connection to matrimony except that adults love it ... Press the mixture into the prepared cake tin and bake in a moderate oven for 25 -30 minutes or until golden brown ...