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Lemon, blueberry and coconut loaf
This light and summery lemon, blueberry and coconut loaf is a real crowd pleaser and it's so easy to make too. Whip it up for a morning...
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Jan 15, 20241 min read
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Cherry chocolate granola
This black forest, cherry chocolate granola is the very best way to start the morning! It feels like an absolute treat, but it's actually...
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Dec 20, 20231 min read
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Festive summer salad
If the weather is hot on Christmas day, I want salad - and plenty of it! Preferably a range of them - with plenty of cheese, tart fruit...
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Dec 19, 20231 min read
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Raspberry, rose & pomegranate refresher
While I LOVE a good champagne cocktail, sadly champagne doesn't always love me... And with end of year soirée cropping up left, right and...
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Dec 12, 20231 min read
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Five reasons why storytelling is important for food brands
In order for a prospective customer to consider (and buy) your brand, they first need to have a connection to it. That connection is...
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Dec 9, 20233 min read
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Caramelised onion vegan sausage rolls
I can never, ever, say 'no' to a sausage roll! But until I had these caramelised onion vegan sausage rolls I definitely would have in...
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Dec 7, 20231 min read
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Elevate your brand: or the importance of hiring a professional food photographer
In the ever-evolving world of social media, visual content reigns supreme, especially in the food and beverage industry. With platforms...
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Nov 17, 20232 min read
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No bake Afghan biscuit slice
Afghan biscuits have a special place in my 'All time best-biscuit top ten' list, and rightly so with all that butter... but sometimes...
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Nov 17, 20231 min read
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Golden milk cake
When I created this golden milk cake, I was ALL about the sunny, golden hue. Little did I know, it would be the delicate, light-as-air...
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Nov 3, 20231 min read
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Fruit and nut crackers
Summer is thankfully on the way, and to me, that means long lunches and lazy dinners. And there is no better way to languish over lunch,...
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Oct 26, 20231 min read
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The best oaty ginger slice
This oaty ginger slice is a BIG favourite in my family, and has been for years. And while it may not be the healthiest of foods - check...
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Oct 5, 20231 min read
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Hummingbird lamingtons
Hummingbird cake is the most delicious of cakes - a delicate soft crumb, delicious fruity flavour, warmly spiced with a welcome nutty...
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Sep 25, 20231 min read
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Chocolate coconut rice pudding
Rice pudding is one of my MOST favourite desserts of all time - sweet, creamy and satisfying. Simple pudding perfection! And while you...
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Sep 12, 20231 min read
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Dark chocolate porter cake with whipped whisky cream
This cake is dense and fudgy. And while I didn't necessarily intend for it to be gluten-free, it is - but don't let that put you off! As...
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Aug 24, 20231 min read
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Avocado and Mexican street corn toast
Avocados are fantastically abundant right now, which means they're actually affordable too. You know you're onto a good thing when...
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Aug 4, 20231 min read
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Rhubarb and almond spice cake
Who doesn't a love a fruity, tart, sweet cake with a light as air buttery crumb? Well, me, for starters... and yes, something can be tart...
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Jul 10, 20231 min read
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Buttery egg sandwich filling
Sometimes simple is best. When I have next to no ingredients in my pantry or fridge, I know I can still make a classic buttery egg...
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Jul 5, 20231 min read
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Lumberjack cake
This cake is THE ultimate cozy winter cake to bake. It's warmly spiced with cinnamon and allspice, and because it's full of dates, is...
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Jun 24, 20231 min read
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Smoked salmon and horseradish pate
I'm a BIG pâté fan. There's something so satisfying about a rich pâté thickly layered onto crisp crackers or soft fresh bread. And once I...
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Jun 14, 20231 min read
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Apricot and vanilla Louise slice
This classic slice is a great way to use up excess jam.
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Jun 10, 20231 min read
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