Author Corner – Lisa Dickenson

Welcome back to Author Corner where this month I'm chatting to the utterly delightful Lisa Dickenson.  Lisa speaks like she writes with such wit, humour and enthusiasm that posing these [Read More]

Recent Reads – July 2020

Well, it's been three months in between reading round ups and have I got some crackers for you!  With lockdown cramping my library style, I cobbled together an impressive selection of books I [Read More]

Roasted Garlic Pumpkin and Sage Pies

These super tasty vegetarian pies take a little bit of effort but they are totally worth it. Pumpkin is one of my favourite ingredients, I just can't get enough of it. I especially like it roasted [Read More]

Baked Lemon and Raspberry Cheesecake

This rich and creamy zesty baked cheesecake is perfect for any and every occasion! And as today is my birthday (and the last one of my forties) I think that totally counts as a special [Read More]

48 on 48

Photo by S O C I A L . C U T on Unsplash Last year I started a new birthday tradition with my 47 on 47 post - a taking stock of the trip I'd just taken around the sun - and [Read More]

Greg’s Date, Orange and Banana Bread

This easy and delicious recipe for banana bread with an orange twist will take your banana bread game to the next level. Now I know it's been a while in between reader recipes but this one is worth [Read More]

Taking Stock – June 2020

I'm in a state of denial/disbelief that we're over half way through the year. I must say 2020 so far has been the year that keeps on giving... And not in a good way. That said, with the easing of [Read More]

Pasta and Baked Tuna Balls

This delicious dish is a fresh, healthy and budget friendly twist on a classic Italian dish - spaghetti and meatballs. I have to admit that I wanted to call this dish Spaghetti and Baked Tuna Balls [Read More]

Author Corner – Joanne Tracey

Welcome back to Author Corner where this week I'm picking the booky brain of friend, fellow foodie, blogger and prolific and prize winning indy author, Jo Tracey. I'm in awe of Jo's writing [Read More]

Caramel Walnut Slice

This classic slice has a coconut base topped with a chewy nut and caramel topping - everyone will go nuts for it!  I first gave this a go in the early isolation days when the days were long [Read More]