Apero… drinks and a recipe
There are whole aisles devoted to it in French supermarkets. So, what is it? Well, it’s like an extra course at lunch or dinner. It...
Walnut Bread
From Sainsbury’s A rustic-looking loaf, studded with pieces of walnut. Serves: Makes 2 loaves (24 slices) Preparation time: 30 Minutes Cooking time: 35 Minutes...
Warming Ginger Toddy
From Morrisons Ensure your guests enjoy the perfect aperitif with this warming ginger toddy. Ingredients 5cm fresh root ginger, peeled and grated finely...
Marmalade Cinnamon Cake
From Sainsbury’s A delicious moist cake with marmalade, cinnamon and toasted almonds. Serves: 12 Preparation time: 15 Minutes Cooking time: 35 Minutes Ingredients...
Fontenay Abbey – travel review
Late spring in Burgundy. The banks of the canal were festooned with the colours of wild flowers: the blue of cornflowers, the blood red of...
Tartan Whisky Coffee Cream
by Chrissie Walker This is an embarrassingly simple recipe that lasts for a couple of weeks (perhaps) in the fridge. It doesn’t demand high-end...
Sticky Ginger Parkin
From Sainsbury’s Delicious with a cuppa and perfect for picnics. Serves: 16 Preparation time: 15 Minutes Cooking time: 45 Minutes Ingredients 175g plain...
Spiced Fruit Smoothie
From Morrisons A spiced fruit smoothie is just the thing to kick start a special day. Ingredients 1 small banana, peeled and sliced...
Spiced Pear Bread and Butter Pudding
From Sainsbury’s Sweet pears sandwiched between slices of bread, covered in creamy homemade custard and baked to perfection. Serves: 8 Preparation time: 35...
A Citrus History of Sicily – travel review
Sicily is a large island just off mainland Italy. It has a variety of landscapes and the imposing Mount Etna which has donated volcanic soil...
Apple Mojito
From Morrisons Apple Mojito is a twist on the classic minty mojito and adds a touch of apple fizz to the mix. Ingredients 50ml white...