It is definitely blackberry season again - it actually seemed to start really early this year from what I could tell. We've already been out to forage for blackberries at our local blackberry patches 3 times at least and I have the jam to prove it! I was inspired to make this cute little dessert … Continue reading Lemon Curd and Blackberry Tartlets
I honestly thought I would need to keep this recipe in the bag for next year as surely this hot weather was going to end right? Wrong! Here we are in 30 degree heat and I have to say it is still not getting old for me. Having shared this super cooling Oolong and Cucumber … Continue reading Cheat’s Watermelon Granita
A little known aperitif until about five years ago, you now can’t get far in the summer without seeing a glass of Aperol Spritz. Walking through Wimbledon at the weekend, every other drinking establishment was promoting it, some with really elaborate orange decorations. I’d even say it’s overtaking Pimms as the drink of the summer... … Continue reading Aperol and Orange Drizzle Cake
What a weekend! I know I keep banging on about the gorgeous summer weather, but I just can't help it because it's so lovely. At times a little sticky, but that's what ice lollies are for! Mark and I have been playing with our new ice cream maker lately, but nothing is easier to make … Continue reading Kiwi, Cucumber, and Elderflower Ice Lollies
We’ve had a pretty good spring/summer so far weather-wise here in London so I really shouldn’t complain. I have to say though, it’s now turning into the exact antithesis of my favourite weather of crisp, cool, but sunny days. It’s warm, but the sun is hiding behind a layer of cloud making the atmosphere really … Continue reading Oolong and Cucumber Granita
Guys, it’s Easter this weekend! Personally, I am really looking forward to a 4-day weekend and our little getaway to Bruges, but I couldn’t wait to start enjoying some chocolate crafty fun. I’ve never made Easter eggs before and always thought it looked fiddly and perhaps not worth the effort, but this year I wanted … Continue reading Homemade Kintsugi Easter Eggs
Today is PANCAKE DAY! Traditionally a day of indulgence before the long fast of lent, but nowadays just an excuse for...creative pancake toppings! I've road-tested a few new ideas this year and some of them worked brilliantly so here's a few ideas you can borrow to spice up your pancake day and impress the family … Continue reading Pancake toppings you really should try
I’m in a bit of a baking mood right now for some reason, perhaps it’s the bitingly cold but sunny weather we’re getting here in London this week? Or perhaps I’ve been cake-bribing people at work more than usual…? Aaanyway, last night I rustled up this pear and cardamom loaf cake for work as a … Continue reading Pear and Cardamom Cake
You know how Christmas goes: you buy loads of food and cakes to enjoy over the festive period, you eat some but you probably overbought, then friends and family buy you even more or you host a party and end up with more than you started with. One thing we've often ended up with is … Continue reading Panettone Breakfast “Panzanella”
I can’t believe we’re already well into December! It has crept up on me like a thief in the night this year – it’s amazing how you can go from feeling like you’re well ahead with planning and have loads of time (being the huge Christmas fan that I am, it won’t surprise you that … Continue reading Coconut Mint Snowballs (with vegan option)
A Year in Dinners 