I can’t believe I am saying “goodbye September and hello October”! It only seems like yesterday I was breaking up for the summer holidays and heading off on my holiday in Sicily. Time is flying and before we will all know it it will be you know what! This month has been a little manicRead more
One Mile Bakery What a treat to be invited to the One Mile Bakery. I love baking but had never tried making a yeasted loaf before. My bread making efforts have taken the form of flatbreads and soda bread so learning something new excited me. I spent the best part of a day with BoudiccaRead more
My oh my, what a July! I can’t get over the weather we have been having. Week upon week of sunshine is virtually unheard of in Blighty but it just keeps on shining. I love it! Spending time outside, warm summer evenings and alfresco dining have been highlights for sure. The sunshine also gave meRead more
June has been hot, hot, hot and I am not going to lie and I have loved it. By hot I mean ‘England hot’ which is probably nothing like other countries hot, but temperatures have been hovering around 20-25C which is just perfect for me. Being able to eat outside, take evening strolls and generallyRead more
Hello All. Devon has been blessed with the most beautiful weather over the month of May. I can’t tell you how happy this has made me. The joy of waking up to blue skies and temperatures above the national average has improved my mood no end. Amongst the amazing trips here and there that IRead more
Where is the year going? It’s nearly April and we are a third of the way through 2018 which seems hard to believe. For me, March has been filled with highs and lows and much in between so my title “Marvellous March” hasn’t always rung true. Snow Let me talk first about the snow. WhatRead more
The Pig at Combe is one of my favourite foodie destinations. I love the ethos of the menu. The ‘freshly picked this morning’ section utilising their kitchen garden and the 25-mile radius limit on sourcing other produce makes me very happy. Keeping things local means that the local community thrives and money stays in theRead more
I couldn’t let this month pass by without highlighting January 1st. For many, this day is a right off when the excesses of the night before take their toll and hibernation seems like the only option. For me, I woke up with a spring in my step. Never really one for a late night, IRead more
Sunday. That one day of the week for me that is completely clear from work. It’s a day for spending time with friends and loved ones, normally around the table with a big plate of something delicious. This particular Sunday had started with a walk. Another favourite past time of mine. I just adore beingRead more
A short hop on the train and Steve and I found ourselves in Topsham one grey afternoon between Christmas and New Year. A favourite spot of mine for tea and cake consumption and a mooch. I love the array of independent shops and cafes here. It makes Topsham feel special – different from the boringRead more