• Half-Term Rock Cake Recipe

    Rock cakes are a light, crumbly treat. They are best eaten whilst still warm. They’re really easy to make, and lots of fun for the children to join in too. Preparation time : less than…

  • Chocolate & Beetroot Cake Recipe

    Our allotment has been full to bursting this year and for the first time I grew beetroot. I’ve used some in salads, and have also roasted some, Jamie Oliver style. Yum! Today, however, I decided…

  • Courgette & Parmesan Quiche

    This is my take on a recipe featured in the August 2019 Country Living magazine. I have chosen to make my own “quiche” pastry rather than use a “ready-rolled puff pastry” and have used my…

  • The Heat Is On

    When the heat is on and we have the opportunity to eat our meals in the garden I often get the urge to invite friends and family over for something to eat. I love it…

  • Apricot & Raspberry Pots

    I discovered this recipe for Apricot & Raspberry Pots in the August issue of Country Living Magazine and made this dessert for my extended family last week.  The combination of the raspberries and honey added a sweetness…