September 10, 2020
I was recently reminded of something we used to make at summer camp called Bannock, an easy bread recipe that can be made on a fire using the last embers in a frying pan or wrapped around a stick.
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June 12, 2020
BLACKBERRY AND THYME TART RECIPE
I love how modern yet rustic this tart looks, it's an impressive dessert for any occasion, delicious served warm with a dollop of vanilla ice cream and best of all it's really easy to make. You can replace the fruit and herbs with anything that's in season and voilà!
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June 05, 2020
It’s Friday, we are back to work with the reopening of our shop and coffee bar. The Covid experience has been a rollercoaster of every emotion under the sun. I know the ride isn’t over but getting back to work and routine feels good. So when a normal work week returns and you need a wind down cocktail to kick off the weekend try my Sparkling wine, gin and pomegranate cocktail.
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May 20, 2020
It only takes a few minutes and 5 simple ingredients to make something as delicious as Crème Brûlée you will wonder why you haven't made this classic dessert more often. Plus, it is super impressive when you can finally have guests for dinner again, that day will come. Hang in there.
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May 02, 2020
Light and fresh Lime & Pistachio Angel Food Cake Recipe I often look for recipes based on a theme or colour and in the Spring my mind turns to all the fresh tones of green that are bringing the Earth back to life. In these weird days of social isolation and lockdown the world has turned its mind to baking. This cake will remind you of a simpler time when Angel Food Cake was all the rage. Try the light, citrusy cake with a sweet, nutty topping.
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April 15, 2020
Our Kale and Toasted Walnut Pesto with pasta recipe is a flavour packed healthy alternative to shop bought basil pesto and contains 2 of your daily super foods.
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March 14, 2019
I love a pint of Guinness especially on Paddy’s Day because weirdly it tastes better than any other day. I know a lot of you do not understand the love the rest of us have for stout, so if you are feeling a little Irish tomorrow and want to partake I have a delicious suggestion, Guinness Ice Cream Bars. Not convinced? Just try it, no need for an ice cream machine I did it by hand.
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March 05, 2019
I am a big fan of pancakes and if you are a regular of my blog you will know I have done all sorts of pancake recipes to celebrate this day but this year I turned to New Orleans for my inspiration and found some new treats to try, Beignets and better yet sourdough ones, and to wash them down a glass of Milk Punch. Weirdly, both very southern USA but they also feel appropriate for our very snowy weather here in Nova Scotia at the moment.
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February 16, 2019
Are you about to embark on a new design project or simply in the market to replace your tired old draperies, then remember this curtains and blinds can offer just as much to the design of a room as the furniture. Window dressings can add a pop of bright colour to a room it's like adding another layer of texture. Nothing gives a unique aura to a room like a vibrant fabric with bold colour, they can help tie a room together if the patterns feature colours also seen in complimentary accessories like decorative pillows, vases, art or a gorgeous textured throw.
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February 09, 2019
Who doesn't like to feel loved any day but particularly on Valentine's Day. So this year show the ones you love you care with our Love Heart Short Bread Cookies. You can actually make these anytime but this is a great excuse. Happy Valentines Day.
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