What to do with a bunch of wild garlic leaves that need using up quickly & simply? There’s no room in the freezer for stashing them away & I’ve already got a panty full of pesto… well, how about another vivid, seasonal condiment, mayonnaise. This literally takes minutes to make, that you’ll wonder to yourself …
Some day you just need a big fat bun your life… or at least I do. I often find myself day dreaming about dough & all of it’s possibilities, from sweet to savoury there’s not much a good dough can’t do to satisfy those cravings. One flavour that can also go either way in terms …
It appears (or at least it feels as though) that summer may have come to an early demise here in the UK, there’s a chill in the air, the nights are drawing in & all signs already point to autumn. I’m not content to let go just yet though. If there’s one thing that’s guaranteed …
We all know that tea & cake go together like bread & butter but, ever wondered what happens when you cross that link & actually put the tea in the cake? It’s no small secret that I’m a bit of an enthusiast when it comes to tea, my own pantry could give Fortnum & Mason …
Let me introduce you to my new favourite cake, she’s rich, moist, decadent & not too sweet, my chocolate & hazelnut cake. This one’s a proper teatime cake, super chocolatey & loaded with hazelnuts, the next best thing would probably just be eating Nutella straight with a spoon. It may look extravagant but don’t be …
As the wild garlic season comes to close, making room for a new season of delights in the garden, now’s the time to get really your fill. Not only is this the time of the year where I fill my freezer with a few freshly picked bunches & make a few batches of butter & …
Since we’re still waiting for the weather to warm up here in Wales (it still feels like autumn as opposed to spring), I’ve not had an opportunity to bake with much fresh or colourful ingredients yet. Most things are a little behind this year, so I’m still relying quite heavily on the spice rack. A …
Whether we like it or not, as humans, we like some routine in our lives, it helps us to cope with the decisions of everyday life. During stressful times having a routine can be an anchor, some stability that gives you control over your own life, allowing yourself time to do the important things such …
Whether you’re a serial snacker, looking for a quick & simple starter or side dish to your meal, or even just looking for a nibble to accompany a hefty glass of wine, let me introduce you to my wild garlic & parmesan bites. These are basically a marriage somewhere between a savoury biscuit & a …
Although it may not feel as though spring has really arrived yet here in Wales, thankfully the damp & colder weather hasn’t had too much of an impact on our seasonal favourites. The market is still awash with colour & as we wait for the warmer sun of summer & the rainbow that it brings, …
