If you are anything like me then bread and baked goods grace your kitchen table at least three times a day. A couple of doorstop slices of good bread, toasted or a croissant at breakfast, a salad or bowl of soup with a hunk of sourdough at lunch and supper always served with something toRead more
I am probably wrong because I always have time for a slice of cake but just in case. Plus it gives me time to share the recipe I used with you. I slightly adapted the BBC Good Food recipe for this cake and it turned out pretty darn tasty even if I do say soRead more
The Lilac Bakery opened its doors on Cowick Street, St Thomas just over a year ago after taking on an empty betting shop. What was once William Hill is now a bustling hub of the local community providing amazing handmade pastries, cakes and savouries as well as expertly made coffee. The project was a labourRead more
I’m beginning to feel a little bit festive over here which in turn makes me think about wintery spices, edible glitter and snowballs. This Sensational Spiced Bundt Cake recipe ticks all of those boxes but in a non-showy way. I have always been a firm believer that the Christmas season doesn’t start until the 1stRead more
Following on from last week’s post about another great spot in Ashburton, Creamo’s, I wanted to share with you my latest Ashburton foodie find. Arthur At Taylor’s is exactly my kind of place. Think vintage furniture, white and embroidered tablecloths, mismatched crockery and silverware, retro art and just an all-round homely feel. In fact, ArthurRead more
Firstly welcome and secondly did the title Swede Cake spark your interest? It sparked mine too when I googled recipes to make with swede. I like many of you get a weekly organic veg box delivered and cook with whatever is in that box from week to week. I love the challenge it brings inRead more
The sun has finally come back out after a long and dreary winter. Yes, it may still only be the end of February but spring really does feel like it’s on the way. There is actual warmth in the sun when you dodge the shadows and the days are beginning to draw out. So, thisRead more
This recipe has been on the cards at Tara’s Busy Kitchen HQ for a while in all honesty. I purchased the desiccated coconut long before Christmas but just didn’t have the time to make a batch what with everything else going on. I suppose on top of that our house was already full of festiveRead more
It’s been a whole year since I found myself in New York and it got me thinking about all those yummy sweet treats that the Americans do so well. Yes, I love a crunchy English biscuit but sometimes a doughy, soft American style cookie is just what a girl (or boy) needs. Am I right?Read more
This sweet and spicy gingerbread loaf with spiced cream cheese frosting is a perfect alternative to Christmas cake for those who don’t like a fruit cake option at Yuletide. I do however love a traditional Christmas cake so will most probably make both! After all, it is the season to be jolly and this secondRead more