How amazing is this weather?! The windows are wide open, the winter quilt has been packed away and I have no interest at all in hot food (unless it’s from a barbecue of course – invites welcome…). So now is definitely the time for making ice cream, frozen yoghurt, granita etc before the weather breaks … Continue reading
A blanket on the floor, a spread of mismatching nibbles and treats, and a chilled glass of wine…all in the comfort (and warmth) of your own home – the indoor picnic is the ultimate in faux al fresco dining. It’s a bit like watching outdoor tennis on Centre Court at Wimbledon with the roof closed. Whatever … Continue reading
Another sweet treat today! It was one of my best friends’ birthday a couple of days ago and I’m baking him a cake. This is usually an excuse for me to bake something new that I’ve been plotting or to use a flavour combination that I’ve been craving but the slight twist in this tale … Continue reading
I have just come back from a rather wonderful holiday in Ibiza (apologies to those of you who remain subjected to the British ‘summer’). The weather was glorious and the music banging but the surprise highlight was the excellent food – lively and fresh, it showcased the island’s best produce and culinary imagination with flair. … Continue reading
Sometimes simple is simply perfect: a white t-shirt paired with navy jeans; steamed mussels in white wine; a G&T; bread and cheese…this tart is one of those times. If you use good ingredients (buy the best quality tomatoes you can find), there is no need to fuss over them and truss them up – these … Continue reading
Pinch punch first second of the month! Hooray, June is here and that means long days and holidays, Wimbledon, Pimm’s and the whole lazy summer stretching ahead of us. And if we’re really lucky, some sunshine too. 1 to 9 June is also Slow Food Week hosted by Slow Food, a grassroots movement that aims to link “the pleasure of … Continue reading
Happy Bank Holiday weekend! I’m in Cornwall for the weekend and the weather is a tad chilly to say the least. That said, I have already spotted quite a few people sporting low-cut thigh-grazing pneumonia-inducing summer frocks, complete with sandals and goosebumps. I’m in a leather jacket, a large scarf and my winter boots so … Continue reading
Regardless of the weather, I am going to continue posting picnic prep entries and hope for the best. Worst comes to worst, you can enjoy a picnic on your living room floor. With the heating on. Today I have made something from the South of France which, to me, is one of those beautiful dishes … Continue reading
Making your own pizza is incredibly satisfying, tasty and easy enough to get the little ones involved. Chances are, you already have all the ingredients in your cupboard so you can play the relaxed domestic god/goddess with very little planning in advance – if you have a food mixer with a dough hook attachment, there … Continue reading
Happy World Baking Day everyone! I hope you have all donned your aprons, rolled up your sleeves and are beating sifting folding and whisking to your hearts’ content in the midst of great billowing clouds of icing sugar and chaos. Baking is what Sundays are for and today I baked a banana cake. The combination … Continue reading
pip & little blue 