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• Orchard Fruit Chutney and Walnut Scones

  

  I am a little bit late getting to my Degusta box this month, but I promise you it will be well worth the wait, especially when you try out these delicious... Read more

  Posted on 21 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Christmas Muffins

  

  Well, the big day is just five days away. Is everyone all ready? Are all your gifts bought and wrapped? Cards written and sent?? Food ordered, puddings, cakes... Read more

  Posted on 20 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Savory Holiday Nibbles and Sweeties for the Kiddos

  

  I've recently been sent some tasty savory nibbles which would be fabuous to serve with drinks at any Open House Parties or Get-togethers you might be throwing... Read more

  Posted on 19 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Cranberry and Pinenut Biscotti

  

  Well here we are on the last Saturday before Christmas. Hasn't the time gone by quickly. There was ever so much I had planned on cooking this month to show... Read more

  Posted on 19 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Nerdy Nummies!

  

  I was recently sent a new cookbook to review, The Nerdy Nummies Cookbook, written by Rosanna Pansino, the creator and host of the most popular baking show on... Read more

  Posted on 18 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Christmas Pudding Sundaes

  

  I was recently sent all of the ingredients to create a delicious Christmas Holiday Dessert from the people at Carte D'Or. Christmas Pudding Sundaes. Read more

  Posted on 18 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Samosa Hash . . Gorgeous Leftovers!

  

  I was going to make a shepherd's pie with the leftovers from the roasted lamb the other day but instead I decided to make a hash, but not just any kind of hash ... Read more

  Posted on 17 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• A Perfectly Roasted Boneless Leg of Lamb

  

  Living here in Chester we are situated right on the border with Wales. In fact right now they are harvesting their leeks on the farms which surround the... Read more

  Posted on 16 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Bake Like a Pro & Collect an Expert Tool Kit

  

  I am really excited to tell you about a brand new subscription box for bakers which is launching in early January 2016! Bake Box is the brand new subscription... Read more

  Posted on 15 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Foodie Gifts for the Spanish Food Enthusiast!

  

  I was recently sent an amazing Hamper of Spanish Food from the people at Grey's. At Grey's they are passionate about Spain's foodie culture, it's gastronimic... Read more

  Posted on 15 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Hunter'sChicken and Chips

  

  These last couple of days before Christmas (it's coming up on us quickly now!) are bound to be a bit manic and filled with more things to do than you can... Read more

  Posted on 15 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Great Tea ...More Than a Bag Or a Few Leaves and Hot Water

  

  I was recently sent some tea to review from the people at Bellevue Tea. I had specified that I only drink herbal blends, however I was sent both Green and... Read more

  Posted on 14 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Sugar Plums

  

  Twas the night before Christmasand all through the house . . .not a creature was stirring,not even a mouse!The children were nestled,all snug in their beds . .... Read more

  Posted on 14 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Snowflake Whoopie Pies

  

  I do so hope that you won't laugh too much at what you see here today, and that you won't take one look and decide these aren't for you, coz if you do you will... Read more

  Posted on 13 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Leona's Peanut Butter Balls

  

  We are having a special broadcast of the First Presidency's Christmas Message at our chapel on Sunday evening with a "Munch and Jingle" afterwards. I thought... Read more

  Posted on 12 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Ferment Your Vegetables

  

  I was really excited to receive this latest cookery book, Ferment Your Vegetables, by Amanda Feifer. My sister has been fermenting for a long time now, making... Read more

  Posted on 11 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Pecan and Fruited Cheese Ball

  

  Yes, that looks like a Thanksgiving Turkey guy up there sitting on top of a cheese ball. I know . . . you are probably asking yourself right now what the heck i... Read more

  Posted on 11 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Rachel's Christmas Cupcakes

  

  The people at Rachel's sent me a couple of festive recipes a week or so ago and asked me if I would like to try them out. I took one look at these delicious... Read more

  Posted on 10 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Holiday Beef Tenderloin and a Few Other Bits

  

  I was recently sent some Knorr products and asked to create some recipes for the holidays using them. This is part two of what I did with them. Read more

  Posted on 09 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Ice Cream Vans Get a Warming Hot Chocolate Makeover!

  

  With the prospect of crisp white snow, putting on our matching hat, gloves and scarf and wrapping up in that brand new furry winter jacket, research launched... Read more

  Posted on 08 December 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES