Deliciously light and crispy apple and Armagnac croustade
I first had croustade whilst visiting my mother in law down in the South west of France. I can still remember my first mouthful of those luscious layers of light, crispy pastry… Read More
Skinny and delicious Thai veggie salad
I have been rather neglectful of late with posting recipes. I sneaked off with the family just before Christmas to the beautiful Island of Lamu just off the Kenyan coast. Sun, sea… Read More
Whole roast cauliflower with herby zaatar and garam masala
As the nights are drawing in and Christmas is rapidly approaching I am definitely craving more of those comfort food and especially if they have a little spice thrown in with the… Read More
Foodie travel spot in Palma
I’ve just come back from a bit of a whistle stop trip to Palma. Often when I am visiting a city for a short time I like to check out before where… Read More
Spiced cauliflower and pomegranate salad with pearl barley
I came across this fabulous salad quite by accident last week when I was trying to use some of the leftovers lurking in the fridge and it has been such a success;… Read More
Five easy dips, beetroot and lime, red pepper, carrot and turmeric, classic hummus and pea and mint
Hummous or hummus is a staple in my fridge. Often around 5-6ish when I seem to get the munchies I can dip a few carrot or celery sticks into a bowl of… Read More
Wet walnuts and other recipes
‘Wet’ walnuts are in season now and although the season is short (from early October to mid November), they really are quite special so it’s worth looking them out. Wet walnuts are… Read More
Easy raspberry macaroon recipe
Macaroons have been having quite a renaissance of late. Great big towers of multicoloured and multi flavoured macaroons are starting to replace the birthday cake and even the wedding cake; and why… Read More
Lovely leftover roast veggie salad with sweet potato and feta
Being rather a frugal soul I hate to chuck away leftovers. It actually gives me quite a kick to be able to transform them into something completely different. As my husband is… Read More
Strawberry and vodka sorbet
I’m not a great fan of desserts (ahh the truth is out!) as I don’t particular have sweet tooth so I often skip the dessert and go onto the cheese. That being… Read More
