5 ways with the humble Victoria sponge
Yesterday I was on QVC again talking about the wonder that is Kitchenaid. The ‘theme’ of the show was versatility I try and theme each show but I do… Read More »
Raspberry & elderflower trifle
A trifle just for the summer. I know it’s a little early but a girl can dream… All comments gratefully received. Here are some Eastery recipes you might… Read More »
Cadbury creme egg mess
Most of the time I don’t want anyone to mess with my Cadbury creme egg. Oh no siree. I want it plain and unadulterated. A little tear of… Read More »
Lemon and coconut meringue layer stack
Things haven’t been great recently. That’s an understatement. I want to be one of those women who’s brave and pulls stoic faces when asked if she’s okay. Instead… Read More »
Pecan & banoffee mini pavolovas
I am almost never late. I hate lateness for all the reasons anyone might do. It implies a certain sense of importance… that the late person somehow thinks… Read More »
Plum and almond crumble cake
I am fed up of waiting for my friends. I’ve said it now. This isn’t a rant about lateness, oh no. This is a missive to my friends… Read More »
Pancake inspiration
There are quite a lot of things I don’t like. Now I don’t mean that to sound grumpy. It’s not like I hate warm sunny days or romantic… Read More »
Mini banoffee pavlovas
Essentially a very lazy recipe… just follow the recipe for this to make the pavlovas. Then add 200g whipped double cream, some sliced bananas and if you feel… Read More »
Mini chestnut, brandy and raisin pavlovas
I’m going to have to hold my hands up in the air and declare a truth. I’m not one of those girls who’s mad on meringue. It’s not… Read More »
Walnut, bourbon and treacle tart
Mr Bell has taken to drinking bourbon late at night. Just the one mind. He calls it a nightcap. I think it’s his 40s gently approaching. I love… Read More »







