I’m sure everyone has that person in their life that’s been there through thick and thin, knows every saga, scandal, embarrassing story and seen one blossom from adolescence to adulthood. In my case, it’s Liv. She’s known me when I … Continue reading
Well, who knew Delia Smith had it in her! According to her recipe, she’s a fan of a tipple or two. These tomatoes may look innocent, but they’ve actually been soaked in lashings of booze for 48 hours, absorbing a … Continue reading
Before I begin I’d just like to clarify that the word Alcopop is no longer the bright blue, lip staining drink beginning in ‘W’ ending in ‘D.’ No, no, I’m talking about the highly sophisticated, soon to be all the … Continue reading
Hazelnut Brittle: The only complex part of making brittle is trying to refrain from eating it before completely cool. I cleverly removed most of the inside of my mouth due to molten sugar. So, for an injury free experience, all … Continue reading
I was recently described as a ‘Little Treasure.’ Whilst the ‘little’ part is true (at 5ft 3 and 36 size shoe, I’m verging on hobbit), unfortunately I’m far from being a treasure…. punchy, direct and with a mild form of … Continue reading
Chocolate + caramel + salt + a bit more chocolate = Heaven. Previously considered an odd combination but now generally believed to be a match made in heaven, these chocolates not only look fairly professional but taste better than your … Continue reading
Struggling to buy something for the person who has everything this Christmas? Solution! Why not make a gift. Try creating your own candied peel and dunking them in dark chocolate. Not only do they look great but I guarantee the lucky … Continue reading
My father has just retired so in a bid to keep him out of the house my mother bought him a bee hive. In honour of their first crop I decided to do something with their glut of honey. Honeycomb … Continue reading
