For those of you looking for an alternative to cow’s milk, have you ever thought about trying goats’ milk products – not just milk and cheese, but plenty of other interesting products to enjoy? Say hello to Cheshire-based goats’ milk producer Delamere Dairy, offering an award-winning range of speciality products to address the demand for […]
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Cherry & Pear Baked Oats
Recently it was a pleasure to work with drinks brand, Mr Fitzpatrick’s Vintage Cordials, a premium range of vintage cordials with a unique and quirky range of signature variations to choose from. Founded by the Dublin based Fitzpatrick’s family of herbalists in 1899, I love that they are suitable for vegans and vegetarians and the […]
Cinnamon Hot Chocolate Delight
Cookies and hot chocolate… What could be more perfect on a cold December day? I’ve created this delicious recipe for the delightful Montezuma’s as part of my monthly collaboration to help you enjoy the festive period the right way. We’ve also teamed up with the wonderful people at Happy Mallows to include their absolutely insane […]
Spiced Chocolate, Apple & Berry Tart
I’m delighted to share something with you guys that I’ve been working on with freeze-dried ingredients company, Lio-Licious, as part of their 12 bakes of Christmas inspiration which they have created in conjunction with a number of food bloggers. My vegan friendly, gluten-free, dairy-free Spiced Chocolate, Apple and Berry Tart recipe is up first which makes […]
Pear, Cranberry & Pomegranate Oatmeal
I love coming across interesting brands so when I was approached to work with drinks brand, Mr Fitzpatrick’s Vintage Cordials, I was keen to hear more. Mr Fitzpatrick’s premium range of vintage cordials are crafted with exceptional care and artisanship, with a unique and quirky range of signature variations to choose from. Founded by the […]
No Bake Spiced Apple Crumble & Peanut Butter Tart
Can you believe we’re nearly into the last month of 2018?! Guys, where has this year gone?! Crazy. But we’re now in full swing of autumn and verging on the brink of winter… So, spiced everything, everywhere, right? In keeping with this theme – it would be rude not to, let’s be honest – this […]
Pear, Chocolate & Nut Crumble
Winter has officially arrived! After a beautiful summer we’re really feeling the cold, so we’re going to need something to warm us up. My latest recipe working with the fantastic British chocolate company, Montezuma’s, is sure to do just that! A generous layer of cinnamon coated pears – feel free to use any seasonal fruits, […]
No-Bake Spiced Pumpkin & Coconut Pie
Did you know that November is World Vegan Month? For those of you who don’t know, I’m not actually vegan or veggie myself BUT I eat 90% plant-based out of choice: I live off wholegrains, fruit and vegetables, veggie protein sources like Quorn, tofu, pulses, lentils and nuts, with some dairy products and occasionally eat […]
Spooky Halloween Brownies
With Halloween coming up it would only be right for me to post a themed recipe wouldn’t it?! We had a mini party with some friends the weekend before the 31st and we were hosting it, so creating some spooky treats was a given. Using pumpkin within a super easy vegan and gluten-free brownie mixture, […]
Caramelised Cinnamon Apple Brownies
Healthy home baking. That’s what many of us want, right? But time can be an issue, or not being confident in the kitchen when it comes to making healthy treats, even being unsure of where to get ingredients from and not wanting to spend a fortune… Although this is a big part of my job, […]
Halloween Pumpkin Muffins
With a challenge to create a healthy Halloween inspired recipe using Lio Licious freeze-dried berries, I had so many ideas in my head for colourful, creative goodies to bake. I decided on simple but delicious spiced pumpkin muffins, topped with a frosting whipped with activated charcoal to create the natural black colour – and of […]
Vegan Chocolate Mousse
After watching Vegan Week on Great British Bake Off, where the contestants used aquafaba (aka chickpea water) in one of the challenges, I was inspired to try using the unusual, unassuming ingredient in a new recipe. Now, I’ll always wonder how and why on earth someone out there thought about using water drained from a […]
Blueberry & Vanilla Porridge Parfait
I love coming across new brands on social media and when Yum & Yay popped up on Instagram their colourful branding caught my eye. Showcasing a selection of milled seeds available in four varieties to help top up your daily intake of essential nutrients, I loved the sound of them and was excited to receive […]
Chocolate Peanut Butter Donuts
Big thanks to Meridian Foods for recently sending me their new Rich Roast peanut butter jars in smooth and crunchy: made using only blanched hi-oleic peanuts sourced from Argentina which have been roasted for longer to deliver a richer and more intense flavour than traditional peanut butters. And let me tell you, the peanut buttery-ness […]
Autumn Chocolate Porridge Bowl
Who doesn’t love porridge? I mean, whatever age you are or flavours you like best, let’s be honest, you can’t beat a bowl of warming oats. Whether sweet or savoury, hot or cold, thick or runny, there are countless ways to serve the humble dish. Now we’re officially in October, I’m preparing for the autumnal […]