Rowan has been on solids for just over two weeks so I thought I would share how things are going introducing solids to him. At first I really hated weaning, he wasn’t interested at food at all and kept gagging when anything was in his mouth. For a couple of days because of this, alongside … More Weaning Wednesdays
Even in Spring and Summer sometimes a hearty stew is needed. I based the spice profile on an awesome recipe by Green Kitchen Stories. The cinnamon and saffron are beautiful together especially when punctuated with the sweetness of the raisins. This serves about four people, thankfully which means I am having a huge bowl of … More Moroccan Aubergine, Pepper and Chickpea Stew
I am obsessed with turmeric and tahini at the moment. I put tahini on everything, toast, porridge, salads… I could go on. The lovely warming and vibrant qualities of turmeric are also wonderful, especially now that late spring is finally here. I have always the flavour of tahini, as a child I loved it when … More Turmeric and Tahini Sauce
Savoury crumbles remind me of cold winter days. This spring version is lighter and fresher, perfect for cooler spring days when you want something warming yet spring like. I used onions, leeks, courgette and broad beans in this and asparagus would work wonderfully in it too. There is a hint of lemon in the white … More Spring Savoury Crumble
It’s back, my guide to what is in season each month. I have missed this feature so thought I would start it again! I’ve always loved eating local and seasonal produce as it means each month there are different fruit and vegetables to enjoy rather than having them all year round. I am also getting … More In Season – May
Many of you will know about my love for JR Ultra products. I have owned two versions of their juicer and now I have their newest version. My word I didn’t think anything could be improved upon from their previous but they have really excelled themselves! Juicers were the must have kitchen gadget a few … More Friday Favourite – JR 8000 S2 Juicer
Rhubarb has to be one of my favourite things in the world! All of my family are from Yorkshire and so is my husband so there is also something very comforting about rhubarb. Roasting rhubarb has to be one of the simplest things yet tastes amazing. It is brilliant to then top porridge, yogurt, french … More Roasted Rhubarb, Cardamon and Vanilla Porridge
