Pimm’s Fruit Salad and a Gathering
This year sees me celebrating my 49th birthday and not wanting to celebrate my 50th, I decided to hold a party. There’s nothing like seeing out your forties while you’re … Continue reading
Claire Macdonald’s Upside-Down Pear and Walnut Gingerbread Pudding – A Review
For me Winter means soups, stews, casseroles and warm puddings. Even though we’re just about to head into the first days of Spring, it still feels like Winter out there … Continue reading
Richard Bertinet’s Tarte Aux Fruits
Surprisingly, I really fancy something sweet! So, this weekend I’m planning on making Italian biscuits and an apricot tart from Richard Bertinet’s book, Pastry {Ebury Press}. It’s a glorious book … Continue reading
Plum Crumble – Round 2!
As some of you know, I recently attempted a plum crumble that nearly blocked my arteries with the amount of butter in it. I decided to give it another go … Continue reading
A Fruity Death by Butter
The cold air of autumn has me yearning for comforting food that I love so much, casseroles, stews and puddings. Now, I normally don’t cook a pudding during the week … Continue reading
Feeling Peachy
As you know, I’ve a bit of a savoury tooth but with so much lovely fresh fruit available at this time of year, it’s a shame not to make something … Continue reading
Chocolate Spoons
I have to admit that I love chocolate but then who doesn’t! Good for the heart and good for the soul. Now, I also love making chocolate shapes. It’s a … Continue reading
Salt, Pepper and a Dollop of Cream 