Fresh Focaccia – Minus the Fuss

I am a carb fiend-and bread is my major weakness. To me, there is nothing better than the smell of freshly baked bread (clichéd, I know), but I think I could happily exist on bread alone, in all its doughy glory for ever if I had to.  This recipe is my current favourite recipe, and [...]

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Cheesy Garlic Tear & Share-A Carb Lover’s Dream

Having spent 6 weeks off the carbs (it makes you grumpy and spotty…I would definitely NOT recommend it), this recipe was an absolute revelation. Discovered via Pinterest (another revelation, but I’ll save that story for another day), I adapted it slightly to make use of what I had in the fridge, but for someone who’s [...]

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Soda Bread Recipe – So quick and so easy!

Inspired by my baking friend at Pass the Teapot, I designated today to my first attempt at making soda bread. Bread sometimes seems like a lot of effort, all that proving and rising, but the beauty of soda bread is there is no need for all that. Instead it relies on a clever chemical reaction [...]

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On The Sixth Day Of Christmas… Asparagus Rolls

…a retro finger food favourite-Asparagus Rolls! These are incredibly easy to make, and are ideal for a pre or post Christmas lunch spread. Yes, they’re a bit of a blast from the past, but they are always one of the first things to go, as they’re simply so moreish. Prep Time: 10 Minutes + 30 [...]

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St Nicholas Market Food Hall – Sourdough Cafe

Not as exotic as some of the other vendors but there is something very wholesome about Sourdough Cafe. Beautiful breads here and excellent toasted sandwiches. Bacon and brie and mozzarella and basil are just a couple of my favourites. Probably the best toasted sarnies on the market so perfect for a quick takeaway lunch. Cost [...]

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A Bread Making Lesson from Sergeant Buns

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Well, I’ve just returned from what I’d planned to be weekend of relaxation in Dorset, nothing but soaking up the fresh air, sleeping late and enjoying Mum’s home cooked food…. Unfortunately my ideas of an indulgent and lethargic Saturday were scuppered after my Mum’s announcement that she was partaking in a Bread-Making workshop at 9am [...]

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