2017-04-14 08:49
There's a lot of information out there about juicing, Some good and some bad, but as a lover of juices and smoothies I wanted to share a beginners guide to juicing. As I only use the Froothi… Read More
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2017-04-12 15:27
Cheesecake!Deep Lemon Curd and Raspberry No-Bake Cheesecake! Booyah!Don't you love a good no-bake cheesecake? They're easy to make, luxurious and utterly stunning when finished. Of course th… Read More
2017-04-10 20:02
Happy Monday my friends! It's Meat Free Monday again and time for seven delicious new recipes to help inspire you to make at least some of your week meat-free. You may find a few bonus recip… Read More
2017-04-05 16:33
Homemade veggie burgers? Why yes please!You can't beat them and today I'm sharing my latest veggie burger recipe, for spiced chickpea, carrot and coriander burgers. I whizzed them up i… Read More
2017-04-05 10:35
Whoops! I was so caught up in my birthday fun at the weekend and so busy at work, I totally forgot I am hosting No Croutons Required this month.If you have a blog why not join in?Simple post… Read More
2017-04-03 06:30
Happy Monday!How are you? Have you had a good week? I had an excellent week. The weather has been a bit mixed, but the sunny days have been wonderful and there is so much more light now and… Read More
2017-03-31 06:43
I DID IT !!I promised I would!I admit it took me a while to make this vegan no-bake oreo and caramel cheesecake, but I did it.I made the original deep Oreo and Caramel Cheesecake last March… Read More
2017-03-29 18:16
Green Mango Curd TartDoesn't that look gorgeous? It's a fruity, but slightly tangy Indian twist on a French style tart from Anjum Anand. It's super simple to make, but looks and tastes… Read More
2017-03-27 20:57
Happy Monday everyone!How has your week been?We had another busy week. The weekend was busy too. Cooper got his own Raspberry Pi (a credit card sized computer that was originally designed fo… Read More
2017-03-20 13:57
Happy Monday everyone. I was about to wish you happy birthday. I have no idea why. Maybe because my dad's birthday is coming up swiftly followed by my own. I did of course mean to wish… Read More
2017-03-19 19:07
We eat rather a lot of pesto in this house. Well it's gorgeous stuff isn't it? I have to hold my hands up and admit that most of the pesto we eat is jarred. I do make my own pesto, but… Read More
2017-03-16 13:41
Yes, I've had my slow cooker bubbling away again.This time I made a tomato based veggie sausage, mushrooms and chickpea stew. A wonderfully comforting dish that was easy to throw together.I… Read More
2017-03-13 19:00
Happy Monday!It's time for Meat Free Monday.It's all about trying to eat meat-free at least once a week, but I hope to share so many delicious veggie and vegan recipes with you each week tha… Read More
2017-03-12 19:22
It's British Pie Week and I've been enjoying one of my favourite pies, a Spinach, Feta and Roast Pepper Quiche from Higgidy with a rather higgidy Turkish carrot and beetroot side salad.This… Read More
2017-03-08 07:30
Last weekend, Cooper made us a delicious casserole in our slow cooker. I gathered the ingredients and he prepared them and popped them into the slow cooker with spices and stock to cook all… Read More
2017-03-06 07:20
Happy Monday!And ....... welcome to another edition of Meat Free Mondays.The week past has been a busy one as ever, with work, school and play. Cooper had great fun at school on World Book D… Read More
2017-03-02 19:02
Fairtrade FortnightMonday 27 February - Sunday 12 March 2017Fairtrade Fortnight started on Monday. This fortnight is all about highlighting the work farmers and workers do in developing coun… Read More
2017-03-01 19:08
March has arrived and it's still freezing, but the days are brighter and longer so it all feels more hopeful and like we are moving further away from the winter.While it's still cold, we are… Read More
2017-02-27 07:47
Happy Monday!How are you? I'm fine. Last week we had an unexpected death in the family so it's been a really sad week and a reminder we should enjoy every minute with our loved once as… Read More
2017-02-24 22:27
Spaghetti bolognese is one of our favourite family meals. My mother-in-law Jean gave me this recipe over 20 years ago. This is the same basic recipe with a few tweaks and made in a big batch… Read More
2017-02-22 17:11
This isn't one for my vegan readers. I've not mastered a dairy-free cheesecake yet, but one of these days ........ This deep and luxurious no-bake cheesecake was made for my baking club… Read More
2017-02-20 22:28
Happy Monday!How are you? It's been sunny and warm here in Dundee today. Most unexpected for February and it's lighter earlier and dark later, so things are looking up. My leg is defini… Read More
2017-02-16 15:59
It's twelve days until Shrove Tuesday and I'm already excited. Yeah, yeah, I know I don't have to wait until Shrove Tuesday to make pancakes, but it's a good reminder of how awesome hom… Read More
2017-02-13 21:48
Happy Monday!How are you? Have you had a good week?I don't know where the last week went. It whizzed by. The weekend wasn't quite what I hoped for as my wee boy had a fever and was feeling p… Read More
2017-02-11 23:45
In November I travelled to Provence in Southern France to tour olive groves and visit olive oil producers (I know, how lucky am I?). Before my trip I was totally oblivious to French olives… Read More
2017-02-08 18:49
Rice pudding is such comfort food. It's one of the dishes I loved as a child. My mum would make it regularly and it was always gorgeous. I especially loved it served with a dollop of jam, bu… Read More
2017-02-06 22:26
Happy Monday my friends.How are you?I've had another hectic day at work and I've come home tired as tired can be, although I think my husband may win that one. I came downstairs after readin… Read More
2017-02-02 18:14
Oaty flapjacks mmmmm!I love Scottish flapjacks, they are chewy, comforting and on just the right side of healthy for a traybake. Now I'm not saying they're diet food, but they are full of oa… Read More
2017-01-30 22:01
Happy Monday everyone! How are you?I was still tackling my tax return today, so I was a tad stressed. My friends may laugh when I say I was a little stressed, yes I was super stressed… Read More
2017-01-29 19:07
You know I work with Froothie because I love their power blenders so much right? Well they have just blown up the world of juicers. It will never be the same again!A new juicer you don't nee… Read More
2017-01-29 12:03
Valentine's Day is fast approaching and as a wee treat I have a deluxe box of chocolates from Hotel Chocolat, that bastion of British chocolate.It's the Valentine's Sleekster and there is pl… Read More
2017-01-23 21:33
Happy Monday!How are you?I was back at work today after my leg injury. It was a long tiring day but I got through it and it was lovely to see lots of friendly faces at work and everyone was… Read More
2017-01-21 20:53
Sometimes I crave something green. I think it's my body telling me I'm lacking something in my diet. I really do believe our body tells us what we need, if we care to listen.The green in thi… Read More
2017-01-16 14:47
Happy Monday everyone. I hope your week has started well.Mine hasn't! I'm totally fed up. I have been mostly bed bound for 11 days now with a damaged knee. I'm really over it now and just wa… Read More
2017-01-02 23:40
It's the first Meat Free Mondays of the year and I'm excited to share some exciting new recipes with you. Have you had a good Christmas and New Year? Have you indulged I wonder? I know I hav… Read More
2017-01-02 12:47
Happy New Year!I hope 2017 brings you all health, happiness and success.It's time for the first No Croutons Required of the year.No Croutons Required is a monthly vegetarian soup and salad c… Read More
2016-12-30 15:51
Ahhh that break was lovely!I hope you all had a fabulous Christmas, be that surrounded by family and friends or just some time to relax.I've had a hectic time and after weeks of planning Chr… Read More
2016-12-19 21:24
Ahhhhhhhhhh! Only a few days until Christmas and I have so, so much to do. I've just about finished my Christmas shopping. I have a few bits and pieces still to get and some stockings to fil… Read More
2016-12-18 21:53
Looking for inspiration this Christmas – some original seasonal recipes or a special present to delight your foodie friends?If you are then Ciao Gusto has the answer! Amazing Italian f… Read More
2016-12-15 00:40
Do you take your phone or iPad into the kitchen to follow a recipe, leaving it lying on the worktop and occasionally picking it up with wet or dirty hands?That's why this oak iPad stand from… Read More
2016-12-12 07:00
Happy Monday everyone! How are you? Are you in the mood for Christmas and are you busy Christmas shopping? I wonder if you've thought about what you are making for Christmas dinner… Read More
2016-12-08 21:10
When Davidstow, the cheddar people, challenged me to create something that would compliment their mature cheddar on a cheeseboard, I knew just what to make. I have a recipe for red onio… Read More
2016-12-05 22:09
Happy Monday! How are you? I'm tired after a busy day at work, but I'm sitting down now and gazing through some gorgeous recipes this week.So what have I been doing since last week? Well apa… Read More
2016-12-03 14:24
I don't cook with tofu often enough. It's all the pressing and marinating. It takes too long and when I come home from work at night I just don't have time for all that business. However the… Read More
2016-11-30 21:33
Christmas shopping.Love it or hate it, it has to be done. I usually know what I'm getting my friends and family pretty early on. Not this year. I have a few presents, but need to get my thin… Read More
2016-11-16 14:14
Winter is all about comfort food. I know November is supposed to be autumn but it really feels like winter and all I want is filling shepherds pie, homemade soups, stews, bakes and puddings… Read More
2016-11-14 22:04
Happy Monday everyone! I'm so happy to be back. My knee is slowly improving and I'm back in the kitchen again.I'm mainly making soups at the moment, which I'm craving and you'll see that ref… Read More
2016-10-31 07:30
Happy Halloween!It may be Halloween and time for all sorts of spooky fun and I hope you have some planned, but we still need to plan our meals for the week ahead and with that in mind I bri… Read More
2016-10-28 06:30
Less dishes to wash? Heck yes!You know me. I like easy dishes mid-week. I especially like dishes that involve less work and less washing up. Add in extra veg and it's a winner.This pasta dis… Read More
2016-10-27 20:06
Ready for another giveaway?I thought so. This one is purely for adults. Yes, it's cocktail time.This extravagant cocktail kit is from Craved and is worth £65. In each gift bag there is… Read More
2016-10-17 22:17
Happy Monday everyone! How have you been?It's been two weeks. You may have noticed. You see I was on holiday last week. Up near Lochgilphead in Argyll & Bute. The west coast of Scotland… Read More
2016-10-16 13:53
I've been playing about with Baxter's Deli Toppers a lot lately. There are four flavours in the range, Red Slaw, Spicy Slaw, Red Onions and Jalapenos. They're all in vinegar with spices… Read More
2016-10-13 16:16
Did you know it's National Chocolate Week?I know, I know every week is all about the chocolate, well for me anyway, but this week it's time to officially celebrate it and what better way tha… Read More
2016-10-13 11:39
Autumn brings in heartier flavours full of colour and taste. Don't you just love each new season with all the new fruit and vegetables it brings? I do. I love eating with the seasons… Read More
2016-10-07 19:05
Hands up who can resist potatoes?Really? You have more willpower than me. I adore potatoes. I love them baked, boiled, mashed, roast or fried. I'm here, I'm ready, pass them to me now!This p… Read More
2016-10-03 22:46
Happy Monday my friends. How are you? Have you had a good week?I have. It's been a tiring week, but fun. We got our new estate car, met up with friends during the week and I had a really fun… Read More
2016-09-30 23:41
Pizza! Mmmmmmm!We love pizza, don't you?Scientists have recently discovered why. They've come to the conclusion that we have a sixth sense, no not a spooky child who can see ghosts, but a si… Read More
2016-09-28 12:56
Pasta dishes don't have to swim in sauce. Don't get me wrong I love penne completely coated in a freshly made tomato and basil sauce, spaghetti drowning in bolognaise and macaroni rich with… Read More
2016-09-26 06:00
Happy Monday everyone!How do you start the week? With a smile on your face or dragging your feet? I have to admit it's a mixed bag for me. I'm not sleeping well at the moment and a Sunday ni… Read More
2016-09-19 21:01
Happy Monday my friends. How have you been? I've had a busy week. Work, blogging, housework, working in the garden, picking up new glasses and looking for a new car. Now we have the child an… Read More
2016-09-16 06:00
You are such a tart!Not you, my pies. I've been playing with puff pastry again.You can't beat a puff pastry tart and there are so many options for filling them. This time I went for pickled… Read More
2016-09-12 20:51
Happy Monday everyone. How are you? Have you had a good week?I have nothing exciting to tell you this week. It's been a week of school, work, housework and dog walking. We've had some good w… Read More
2016-09-09 18:45
These little tarts are a breeze to make. Crispy shortcrust pastry filled with an earthy mushroom, salty samphire and topped with pickled slaw. They are rather wonderful!Normally the filling… Read More
2016-09-09 11:52
I seem to be sharing all my old, forgotten about recipes recently. Well maybe not a lot, but this one and my 8 minute banoffee pie are both old recipes. You can tell by the photos. Although… Read More
2016-09-02 06:00
This is an old recipe. It's been sitting about for some time, but it's definitely time to share it.It's a traditional banoffee pie. Calorific and heavenly and the best thing about it, is it'… Read More
2016-09-01 20:40
NO CROUTONS REQUIREDI cannot believe it's September. Where did the summer go, no where did the year go?It's my turn to host No Croutons Required this month. To join in just link to this post… Read More
2016-08-30 06:30
I don't know about you, but I love puff pastry.I learned how to make puff pastry from scratch at school with my very strict and old fashioned cookery teacher. It seemed to take hours to make… Read More
2016-08-26 21:42
Halloumi is a great addition to a vegetarian diet. It's so tasty and adds a lot of texture to a dish.I'm sure you're familiar with it. I first tried it about 25 years ago when the chef in a… Read More
2016-08-22 06:00
Hi everyone, how are you? We've had a great week. Cooper is back at school and is really enjoying it. If you read my last post you will see we had a fun first-day-of-school when I picked him… Read More
2016-08-21 15:19
This was Cooper's first day of school chocolate cake. I know, it isn't chocolate cake, but we ran out of time.It's full on chocolate, so that's all that matters.Cooper is back at school and… Read More
2016-08-15 20:41
Happy Monday! How's your week been? We've had quite a quiet week. It was Cooper's last week before started back at school. We went out for dinner a couple of times, read books, watched movie… Read More
2016-08-10 15:58
I hold my hands up. I've not successfully made homemade gnocchi yet. I admit I only tried a couple of times years ago and when It didn't taste as good as I thought it should I immediately ga… Read More
2016-08-08 22:01
Happy Monday everyone. I hope you are ready for a line-up of seven awesome veggie dishes for the week ahead plus a few bonus recipes.Yes, it's Meat Free Monday. You may be veggie already, tr… Read More
2016-08-01 21:38
Happy Monday everyone. I'm back! We've been sunning ourselves in Cyprus, then had a few days in London. Such a good holiday. Cooper had such a good time and he can now swim, dive a… Read More
2016-07-21 11:22
Homemade burgers are so different from supermarket burgers. They're a world apart. I do understand why people reach for burgers from the freezer aisle and I can't deny doing it myself occasi… Read More
2016-07-18 18:46
You may have noticed it's been a couple of weeks since the last Meat Free Monday. We've been on holiday in Cyprus where my husband's parents live. Lot of sun, swimming, reading, being bitten… Read More
2016-07-17 12:15
I know, I know, it's summer. What am I doing posting a rich pudding like this?Is there a wrong time to eat this? I hope you didn't answer yes. If you did I'm very disappointed in you. I thin… Read More
2016-07-13 06:30
You may be surprised to see an egg recipe as most of my recipes are vegan these days. While we mostly eat a vegan diet, Cooper and I are veggie. So vegans look away.Cooper does enjoy eggs. H… Read More
2016-07-10 20:52
There's something rather special about a pie. A hand held meal encased in the most flaky, golden puff pastry. I don't have anything against shortcrust pastry, but puff is definitely my favou… Read More
2016-07-05 06:00
I've made this bake a few times. Graham and Cooper both love vegan sausages and this is a way of serving them that's more interesting and more of a meal than serving them plain.I particularl… Read More
2016-07-04 06:52
Happy Monday everyone.Did you have a good weekend?Cooper finished school for the summer on Friday so I picked him up at lunchtime and we had a saunter into town, a good browse around the boo… Read More
2016-07-03 14:17
I think it's safe to say here in Britain we;re reeling from the EU Referendum. It seems there was absolutely no plan as to what would happen if we voted leave. Heaven help us.On a more posit… Read More
2016-07-02 11:17
It's summer but it can be rather cool and damp at times, so I was expecting a fair few soups this month, however everyone is being super optimistic about the sunny days of summer we long for… Read More
2016-06-23 20:43
Am I mad to be craving soup in the summer?I've been eating a lot of salad. I gave up on soup in favour of salad at the start of spring.It happens every year. I eat so much soup over the wint… Read More
2016-06-06 06:00
Happy Monday everyone. We've had a holiday, but we're back with a bang and some amazing recipes for the week ahead.So where have we been? Well we had a brilliant long (5 day) weekend in a co… Read More
2016-06-05 17:12
It's my turn to host No Croutons Required again. You can have a look at last month's roundup of recipes over at Lisa's Kitchen for some tasty inspiration.If you create a veggie or vegan soup… Read More
2016-06-01 12:28
Meet my lunch.I have to admit I don't make lunch for work very often. By the time we've had dinner, gone through Cooper's bedtime routine and then get cleared up, the last thing I can be bot… Read More
2016-05-25 18:21
Doesn't that look good?I just love green smoothies. I know you've heard me say this 100 times before, but I still love them and this one is super tasty. It's so, so fruity.This time I paired… Read More
2016-05-22 21:52
As well as National Vegetarian Week this is Real Bread Week. A time to promote homemade bread made with love and no hidden nasties.I've not made homemade bread for such a long time. I've had… Read More
2016-05-21 08:44
Cancer Research is my charity of choice. For years now I’ve had a direct debit set up to send them what I can each month. They do such good work developing treatments to help beat canc… Read More
2016-05-20 12:39
There's nothing more satisfying than biting into a light crispy batter. The crunch, the taste and the comfort.Inside these crispy parcels are little bites of vegetarian sausages from Qu… Read More
2016-05-18 17:16
Vietnamese Spring Rolls.I've been meaning to make these for such a long time and when Kate over at The Veg Space made Chilli Peanut Vietnamese Rolls last year, I drooled over them a lot, the… Read More
2016-05-16 21:48
Are you ready to rock some Ryvita?I go through cycles of eating Ryvita Crispbreads. I eat them for a while at work, then I turn back to sandwiches. I tend to eat them more often when I'm try… Read More
2016-05-16 21:36
Soup is a great dish to enjoy all year round, as a lunch or dinner, don't you think?It's a great way of getting your five-a-day and it's fabulous if you're trying to watch your weight. It's… Read More
2016-05-16 06:30
It's National Vegetarian Week. A week to celebrate all that's good about a vegetarian lifestyle from the delicious food to the health benefits.I never preach about my vegetarian lifestyle. I… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
It's time to use up those Christmas leftovers and many of us have jars of mincemeat leftover from baking Christmas mince pies, or in my case not getting round to making mince pies and buying… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Meat Free Mondays is back after a Christmas and New Year break. We had such a wonderful Christmas. Cooper's grandparents flew over from Cyprus, it was so lovely to see them.We also spe… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Another year is closing and we're looking forward to exciting new possibilities and new challenges in the year ahead, but before we do I thought it would be fun to have a look at my re… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I want to beer batter everything!Seriously. I loved these beer battered haggis bites and the batter is so good and so easy to make. What can I beer batter next? Any suggestions? No Scottish… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I love cheese but I only make a cheeseboard at Christmas, I usually eat cheese alone and it's really a sharing platter isn't it?I'm the only one who appreciates cheese in this house so if I… Read More
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