Are you looking for an easy and sustainable way to use up your vegetable scraps? Making your own veggie stock from vegetable peelings is not only economical but also environmentally friendly. Plus, it’s a great way to infuse your dishes with rich, homemade flavors. Here’s how you can turn those leftover peelings into a delicious […]

Elder & Pomegranate Breeze If you’re looking for a refreshing drink this weekend that is both delicious and alcohol-free, look no further than this elderflower and pomegranate mocktail. This delightful beverage combines the floral notes of elderflower with the sweet and tangy essence of pomegranate, creating a perfect balance of flavours. Why Choose a Mocktail? […]

Rhubarb Season: The Perfect Time for Delicious Rhubarb Muffins As the spring season unfolds, it brings with it an array of fresh produce, and among the delights is the vibrant and tangy rhubarb. Known for its unique tart flavour and striking red stalks, rhubarb is a favourite for many home bakers and cooks. One of […]

Blueberry & Lavender Fizz Welcome to the second week of my fun mocktail series! This week, I’ve created a Blueberry and Lavender Fizz. When I first whipped up this refreshing drink with my boys, it was an instant hit. They absolutely adored the taste. With the combination of basil and blueberry, this mocktail is a […]

Ingredients: 2 tbsp unsalted butter 2 onions, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, crushed 750g mushrooms (I used a mix of chestnut and white closed cup) 30 grams (or 2 tbsp) Dijon mustard 15 grams (or 1 tbsp) caraway seeds (crushed with a pestle and mortar) 75ml brandy 350ml vegetable stock 2 tbsp plain flour 1 […]

Using up the spinach and leek I picked up yesterday at the farmer’s market, I’ve made a frittata today which cooks quickly and easily just using one pan. While you can follow this recipe, a frittata is a great way to basically use whatever ingredients you have on hand. Variations could be red pepper, onion […]

Blackcurrant Mule 3 tbsp blackcurrant cordial 1 lime, juiced 150ml ginger beer 1 tsp agave syrup fresh mint sliced lime ice In a glass, muddle a few mint leaves. Add the blackcurrant cordial, lime juice, agave syrup and ice & mix. Top up with ginger beer, swizzle and serve with a slice of lime and […]

For this recipe I used store bought tortilla breads. I have popped on the toppings I like best, but of course you can chop and change to add in your own favourites. Ingredients: Soft flour tortilla bread Drizzle of olive oil Pinch of garlic powder Salt and ground black pepper 1 ladle of tomato sauce […]

I’ve had a few messages asking for links for some of the items on the recent Halloween hot chocolate stand, so I’ve linked everything below. Click on each image or title to be linked to the product page. Click for Hot Chocolate Stand Click for Hot Chocolate Sign Click for Hot Chocolate Link To Halloween […]

This vegetarian roasted pumpkin dish is a great centrepiece and perfect cold weather comfort food. To make this dish I started with the creamy orzo filling. While that was cooking I took the top and stem off the pumpkin and scraped out the seeds and stringy pulp. I brushed the inside wall of the pumpkin […]