In an effort to inspire some Easter spirit (is there such a thing?) I have been channelling my inner domestic goddess. First I decided to try and make some chocolate cornflake nests with E. Easy right? We decided to push the boat out a bit and add some nuts and dried cranberries because that’s just […]
Food
Can you get Michelin Stars for jelly?
I’m not a terrible cook, I can generally knock up the basics so when E and I decided to have a go at a jelly I was feeling quite confident. The MiL had sent us some fabby jelly moulds so I had visions of a beautiful jelly tower to wow you all with. E got some […]
Listography – Top 5 biscuits – The definitive list
Today – Top 5 biscuits, the definitive list. Could Kate have picked a topic for which I am any better suited? Surely not. I may have trouble narrowing it down to 5 but I’ll give it a damn good try. I’ll probably have to eat some to ensure I really give you the best. It’s important […]
If I were a biscuit…
If I were a biscuit I would be shortbread. Not even the exciting kind with chocolate or nuts. Nice but plain, a reliable choice. I’d like to think I’d be something fun like a jammy dodger or a bit classy like those little things in an Italian bakery or even a cheeky little custard cream. Shortbread it […]
What Halloween Looks Like In Our House
We start with a pumpkin Cut the top off And scoop it out Roast the seeds And demonstrate exceptional artistic carving skill We put together some decorations And stick them up We make up some spooky coloured icingWhip up some cupcakes (domestic goddess that I am) And display them on a suitably themed stand We […]
How to bake the best Apple and Mincemeat Pie
Today – How to bake the best Apple and Mincemeat Pie, a quick and foolproof recipe Even though I love baking I don’t normally make pastry. I can knock out some tasty cupcakes, a pretty good sponge and even some passable scones but pastry can be a bit fiddly and doesn’t always turn out great. I decided to brave […]
