Last week we had a coffee morning at my son’s school and I was asked if I would like to turn up in my “professional” capacity, with cakes to sell. I have done a few cake sales now and I… Read More ›
Starters and snacks
Sourdough Flatbread with Tomato and Mozzarella
Now that I have a proper sourdough starter I tend to make a large loaf whenever I need one, but apart from the type of flour I put in, I rarely vary what I’m baking. I wanted to try sourdough… Read More ›
Coconut and Chia Seed Oat Bars – and healthy eating
The other day I found myself buying two books at the same time: “I Quit Sugar” by Sarah Wilson and “Saved by Cake” by Marian Keyes. I am aware of the irony. Unfortunately both appeal to me equally. For at… Read More ›
Green Olive Breadsticks
This is a very easy recipe for soft breadsticks that are great on their own as a snack, or eaten with dip or oil and vinegar. I found this recipe in Paul Hollywood’s “How To Bake” but used fewer olives… Read More ›
Chocolate Truffles and Waving at the Queen
Homemade truffles are very easy to make but always seem quite impressive. They are perfect for the end of a meal or as a gift. I made these for a lunch with friends for Royal Ascot week. Royal Ascot, if… Read More ›
Mini Goat’s Cheese Quiches
Saturday was International Women’s Day and my friend Sara asked if my daughter and I would like to go with her and her daughter to watch a netball match at the Olympic Park in London. One of the focusses of… Read More ›
Rosemary and Black Pepper Oatcakes
I have never made biscuits for cheese before but now I am wondering why as they are so easy. And tasty. Oatcakes are one of those things that I buy every now and then because they are supposed to be… Read More ›
