My husband always likes to say 'there is no such thing as bad cake'. Fifty years ago Mr Kipling took this to a whole new level with his slogan promoting his 'exceptionally good cakes'. Of course we are all now very mindful of the fact that we need to watch our sugar intake owing to … Continue reading WET WALNUT & CARROT CAKE
There are some things in life which, once experienced, you never want to live without. And I know I'm not the only one to feel that way about pantries. Why these magnificent things fell out of fashion in the 60s is quite beyond me. I have even seen women of an older generation glaze over … Continue reading CHESTNUT & BUCKWHEAT BREAD
This is probably one of the most indulgent cheesecakes I have ever tasted, yet it’s totally vegan and gluten free. I made this for a dinner party and popped what we didn’t eat into the freezer so we can enjoy it at our leisure. The ingredients are quite costly, especially if, like me, you try … Continue reading Gluten Free Cheesecake
Life is all about balance and I'm a great believer in the 80/20 rule when it comes to food; eat like an angel 80% of the time but allow yourself the scope to go off the rails for the remaining 20% of the time. In our house we try to behave ourselves on the weekdays … Continue reading SUPER MOIST GLUTEN FREE BANANA BREAD
This recipe is GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE and VEGAN. I always try and use organic foods, where possible, but the recipe will work just as well with non-organic produce. If you're looking to make a fuss of your loved one this Valentine's day and want to create something both handmade and wholesome, this recipe for … Continue reading VALENTINE’S RAW CHOCOLATE HEARTS
This recipe is GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE and VEGAN. I always try and use organic foods, where possible, but the recipe will work just as well with non-organic produce. I am a real sucker for a warming bowl of minestrone, come rain or shine. Soup always seems to reach the soul like no other food … Continue reading MINESTRONE SOUP
This recipe is GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE and VEGAN. I always try and use organic foods, where possible, but the recipe will work just as well with non-organic produce. This is a great way to add an easy twist to a whole host of classic dishes where you would normally serve potatoes. And, unlike our … Continue reading SWEET POTATO & CARROT MASH
