A healthier way to enjoy the seasonal classics This weekend (18th to 21st April 2025) sees the long-awaited bank holiday Easter weekend. A time for relaxation, indulgence, and of course, a few extra treats. Even if you don’t celebrate Easter, it’s hard to avoid all the hot cross buns! Not to mention chocolate eggs popping up everywhere this time of…
Shrove Tuesday An extra post for you this week, because I simply couldn’t leave you without a new recipe for Pancake Day! which falls on Tuesday 4th March in 2025. If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ll know that pancakes have been a staple in my kitchen. I used to make them almost daily for myself and my…
Beans! You know when you’re in a hurry, need something filling and tasty but so easy – so you reach for a tin of beans, pop some toast in the toaster, and ta-da, beans on toast? Well, what if with just one extra step (maybe two), you could have an even more delicious, creamy, and nutritious version? Instead of just…
Beans! Well, I’ve decided that Autumn is definitely here and I need to start thinking about warmer meals! As the weather turns colder and the nights are drawing in, quick and easy meals are always welcome. As I look outside, the leaves on the fig tree have turned golden and are strewn across the lawn with the bright red leaves…
Bread! Please tell me you’re watching The Great British Bake Off this series? #GBBO! Bread Week is so far my favourite week, and I was most definitely watching! I absolutely love all types of bread, and while I wasn’t too convinced about the ‘buns’ (I think I’d prefer to add my own fillings), that wreath stole the show! I’ll definitely…
Classic Street Snack. The last few weeks in the UK have been hot and sunny, reminding me not only of my younger days (yes, we used to have weather like that then) but also of the time I lived in Turkey. Whilst I did live there in all seasons, the summer seemed to stretch on for months, and you could…
Beans! This week we’re going to add to our ‘back to basics’ series with the most straightforward and satisfying baked beans recipe ever! Sometimes, the simplest dishes are the most comforting, and these baked beans are no exception. Whether you’re looking for a quick side dish or a hearty addition to your breakfast, this recipe is sure to become a…
Beans for your toast or jacket potatoes! Tinned baked beans are a great quick and easy food for many, but did you know they are packed with sugar and salt? Sure, it’s very easy to open a tin and make beans on toast or fill a jacket potato, but when you realise this quick and easy substitute you might rethink…
Chinese New Year, Pancake Day, and Valentine’s Day This week presents us with a delightful predicament: three distinct culinary experiences vying for our attention! As we navigate through the celebrations of Chinese New Year, Pancake Day, and Valentine’s Day, each offers its unique flavours, traditions, and festivities. Choosing just one to focus on this week seems almost impossible, so instead,…
