Breakfast Smoothies
These blended iced morning meal solutions have been a big part of my life for over 15 years now and I'm still excited every time I make one. They are the only unanimously agreed upon…
These blended iced morning meal solutions have been a big part of my life for over 15 years now and I'm still excited every time I make one. They are the only unanimously agreed upon…
My all time favourite snack had a 2024 makeover. Developed back in the day when I was one of the rare few who worked from home and my obsession about my son's healthy snacks was…
Goodbye soft pungent dull green brussel sprouts, hello crisp bright green charred edged delicacies with an umami twist.
There is nothing quite like the combination of coconut and chocolate to transport you back to a love of childhood candy bars.
I love rhubarb. In any form. Roasted, combined with other fruits, as compote, in cakes and as a savoury side to fish or chicken. In a nutshell, cook it and I will eat it. My…
I know what you are thinking…..another brownie recipe? Really? Well, let me tell you, these are not just ANY other brownie recipe, this is THE ONLY ONE YOU WILL EVER NEED.
This smoked mackerel salad was one of the starters for my Popup at Pump Street Bakery, served alongside beetroot carpaccio and Pump Street focaccia. All of our fish on the menu, including arguably the best…
I do not consider myself the competitive type. Tending to steer clear of tournaments, races and high stake games, I prefer to muddle along at my own pace trying to enjoy the activity of the…
Before you balk at the calorific content of this recipe, know this: the grilled cheese sandwich is my oldest son Henry’s ultimate dream meal, and a staple around here. This post is an ode to…
This recipe kicks off Pump Street at Home, a very exciting new series I'm creating with Joanna Brennan of Pump Street Bakery and Pump Street Chocolate. Over the next few months I'll share famous recipes…
Snacks. They seem to punctuate every activity in our day. The constant desire to eat, regardless of time lapsed since last consuming a mouthful, is a strong inherited gene. In fact, there are members of…
It has been a high cookie demand month around here. During exam periods, an excessive amount of sweet treats (even by my standards) are required to keep the boys going. Consequently, while behind on the…
For our next date, let’s make an all time favourite of mine, CRUMBLE BARS. A cinch to assemble these tart, buttery, crumbly yet crisp based squares of deliciousness tick all the boxes of comforting treat…
My rediscovery of a childhood classic.
I have called this the “Essential Chocolate Cake”, because this is just that recipe that you need in your armoury for an easy birthday cake, light enough to take icing, but decadent enough to enjoy…
I never miss the opportunity for a tea party. This weekend is not only the BIG Jubilee, but it also almost coincides with a birthday in this house for the one whose favourite cake happens…