I had a bunch of over ripe bananas sitting on the kitchen counter for well over a week while I kept debating whether or not I was actually going to bake the banana bread I had been promising to make. On Friday, when they were now inviting far more fruit flies than are ever welcome [...]
I love December and the summer holidays. It has to be my favourite time of the year! Despite the shops being a bit of a nightmare (hello online shopping!) and some folks more than a little grouchy, almost everyone is on leave and in one way or another, getting into the festive cheer. The Christmas [...]
I wish I had more time to bake. It just soothes my soul - and then provides all sorts of deliciousness to enjoy over a hot cup of tea. Or in the case of these delicious chocolate brownies, a glass (or two) or champagne! The occasion? My friend's baby shower and as she's the first [...]
I have definitely said this before but I'll say it again - I LOVE to bake. A baking session was well overdue and with work hitting over drive these last few weeks, I was in serious need of some unwinding. Baking for me is incredibly therapeutic - especially if there's dough involved! The process of [...]
I'm always ready for a snack, be it at 10am with a cup of tea or 5pm when I get home from work. I generally reach for chocolate which as a go-to snack is delicious but not exactly an ideal choice on a daily basis. So if I can find a healthy alternative that is [...]
