Be My Valentine

Pistachio & Cherry white chocolate fridge cakeThis is one for the boys, to show your partner just how much you care this Valentines day.

Let’s face it guys, it’s easy walk in to a shop and pick up a box of dairy milk but imagine how impressed your partner will be if you present them with a lovely box of goodies made with your own fair hands.

This recipe is for a fridge cake that was published in Sainsbury’s magazine last year.

Cut into small squares, they look as tempting as any expensive, shop bought chocs and they taste delicious too.

Friday, January 27th, 2012

Antony Worrall Thompson – Every Little Helps!

Antony Worrall Thompson - Every Little Helps!

We’ve all heard of Antony Worrel Thompsons’ fall from grace, I just hope you have a sense of humour Antony . . . . You’re going to need it!

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012

Spiced Lentil and Coconut Soup

Spiced Lentil and Coconut Soup

A simple vegetarian soup with exotic flavours. A fragrant mix of lentils, coconut milk, lemon grass and spices make this a soup worthy of a special occassion.

Wednesday, December 21st, 2011

Cauliflower and Roquefort Soup

Cauliflower and Roquefort Soup

A warming soup with a festive flavour. Cauliflower and blue cheese are always a winning combination but a splash of Brandy or Rum make it that little bit more special.

Thursday, November 17th, 2011

Gratin of Cabbage and Lentils

Gratin of Cabbage and Lentils

A versatile mix of cabbage and lentils that can be served as a vegetarian main course or a tasty side dish to fish or meat.

Wednesday, September 14th, 2011

Apple Ale

Apple Ale

Ready in 2 weeks!! What can be more refreshing on a hot Summers day than a long, chilled glass of home made apple ale? A long, chilled glass of pear ale of course! The choice is yours but either way you won’t be disappointed.

Friday, August 26th, 2011

Bisin: Is this the food industry’s Holy Grail?

Bisin: Is this the food industry’s Holy Grail?

Is this the end of the sell by date? If so, is it something to be applauded – or to be concerned about? Bisin is a preservative that occurs naturally in certain types of bacteria.

Monday, July 11th, 2011

Courgette and Walnut Loaf

Courgette and Walnut Loaf

Courgettes are coming fast and furious in the garden now, so this delicious cake will be making a regular appearance on our tea time table.

Friday, June 3rd, 2011

And the Winners are . . . .

And the Winners are . . . .

This is it. The six lucky winners from this years Good Food Show Summer draw who will each receive a pair of tickets for entry in to the Good Food Show and Gardeners World live.

Wednesday, June 1st, 2011

BBC Good Food Show Competition Extra Draw

BBC Good Food Show Competition Extra Draw

At 5pm tonight 3 winners will be selected to receive tickets for the BBC Good Food Show Summer. If you’re not one of the lucky recipients don’t despair. Thanks to the generosity of Ginny Braynsmith from BBC Haymarket Exhibitions I now have 3 extra pairs of tickets to give away on Friday 3rd June.

Sunday, May 8th, 2011

Grilled Marinated Sardines

Grilled Marinated Sardines

A lovely marinade for sardines or other oily fish. It’s a simple dish, perfect for a summer lunch served with a side salad and some crusty bread.