Sunday’s.. oh how I love you. My favourite day of the week. The one and only day where I can come and go as I please, do what I want and socialise freely without the boundaries of having to work later. (Providing it’s not snowing that is!) Typically, on the day that I had earRead more
I am a big fan of spending time with friends and family especially if there is the opportunity to incorporate a big slice of cake into the equation! Isn’t the Easter holiday a perfect opportunity to get your bake on? With a couple of extra days off, take the opportunity to bake something delicious toRead 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
My rose petal obsession has completely taken hold and I seem to be scattering them on everything! Pancakes, yoghurt, salads, in cocktails and of course cakes. Don’t you think they make everything look better? I sure do! That beautiful flash of pink and the subtle rose flavour just pleases me no end. I am luckyRead more
On a chilly but bright February afternoon I headed down the A38 towards Plymouth to the beautiful Boringdon Hall with Steve, Alex and Tim. At 430 years old, she is still looking mighty fine and took my breath away as we approached up the winding drive. What a rich and varied past Boringdon Hall has.Read more
Sundays. My one and only true, full day off. Goodness me, how I love them. Waking up knowing that the day is mine to do with as I please. This particular Sunday, after a walk around the quay and a stop off at March for hot chocolate, was dedicated to lunch making. I had friendsRead more
Not being remotely Scottish by birth but always up for celebrating a feast day, I gathered friends and family together a week last Thursday. Throwing on my tartan jumpsuit for the occasion and with a raspberry cocktail in hand, I felt like I was really embracing the night. The menu was based on traditional ScottishRead more
We have nearly made it through the month of January! Generally known to many as one of the most depressing months after the celebrations of December. I have to be honest, I really don’t mind January. I love the prospect of starting the new year on a high. I don’t find the short days andRead 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
Initially inspired by a conversation with my chum, Serena, whilst talking about our next girls night which happens to fall on Burns Night. Although neither of us is Scottish we do like a theme and any excuse to throw a little celebration. I started thinking about dishes I could cook for supper and then myRead more