I have always wanted to travel to the Middle East. The long and complex history and rich culture alone make it a region worth visiting but I would be fibbing if I didn’t admit that the food is the main hook. I close my eyes and picture the scene: still-warm pita and proper kebabs, smoky … Continue reading
Author Archives: pip & little blue
Sunshine anti-inflammatory smoothie
It’s been almost 10 months since I first started juicing and posted my Beginners’ Green Juice. I’ve plugged away at it all winter, playing around with exciting (and sometimes wacky) juice and smoothie variations (see here, here and here), and now that the warmer months are upon us, it’s time to celebrate with a brand new … Continue reading
Creamy avocado pasta sauce
Sometimes people ask me to post more midweek suppers that can be on the table in just a few minutes. And sometimes, just sometimes, I listen! So today, people, you’re in for a treat – this recipe is the PERFECT lazy midweek supper-for-one when you’ve had a long day at work and the fridge is … Continue reading
Heart-healthy pecan, maple & pumpkin seed granola
Until recently I had always relied on shop-bought granola to satisfy my breakfasting needs but, although it’s marketed as a healthy choice (and boy do you pay for the privilege), it often contains a shed load of sugar and other nasties. On top of that, if you’re gluten-free or vegan, you always need to be … Continue reading
Pintxos bar crawl in San Sebastian, Spain
Just a few miles from the French border in the Basque region of Spain sits San Sebastian, petite and perfectly-formed. The city and surrounding hills boast no fewer than 16 Michelin stars at the last count so it’s no wonder the region has become a veritable foodie mecca (click here for my review of Martin … Continue reading
Stilton & caramelised onion muffins
If you’ve ever perused my blog (probably during your mid-afternoon slump at your desk, guiltily hoovering sub-par work biscuits whilst pretending to be engrossed in work – I’m not judging, we’ve all been there), you will know that I am a bit of a savoury muffin aficionado. I find they are in some ways the … Continue reading
Oh my caramelised onions
I think it’s too late to wish you a happy new year, oops. I hope your year has started happily, healthily and with promise though, and with lots and lots of tasty grub. I’ve been away for a wee while (concentrating on health and finding balance in my life – I think we die trying, … Continue reading
Whisky & ginger Dad* fudge
* To address any equality or diversity concerns regarding the title of this recipe being construed as sexist, parent-ist or some other kind of -ist: This fudge is actually suitable for anyone (well, maybe not children), not just dads (great news for everyone else!). But let’s be honest, there are only so many pairs of novelty socks your dad’s … Continue reading
Boozy mincemeat fudge
It’s the final Christmas countdown! If: 1. You keep wondering where December went 2. The thought of last-minute shopping with thousands of other panic-stricken shoppers makes you want to emigrate to a country where they don’t have Christmas 3. You want people to think that you’re awesome… …then this fudge is for you. Well, technically … Continue reading
Gluten-free shortcrust pastry
Shortcrust pastry is an awesome pastry – extremely simple to make and equally at home with sweet and savoury fillings. Made well, it is light and crisp and delicious. But it usually contains gluten… …so use this super-quick, super-easy gluten-free shortcrust instead! Generally, the difficult thing about making pastry is making sure you don’t overwork the gluten. Which … Continue reading