
Taking Stock – August 2025
August was an absolute cracker with not one but two trips to London, a side trip to Liverpool and plenty of action on the home front too. I might need September to recover but for now, I'm taking some [Read More]


August was an absolute cracker with not one but two trips to London, a side trip to Liverpool and plenty of action on the home front too. I might need September to recover but for now, I'm taking some [Read More]

Mix and munch it's the first of the month which means it's time to join Sherry and friends for the September edition of In My Kitchen. August was a busy month in the kitchen and here's a little [Read More]

When it comes to cocktail bars, Palma more than delivers. Whether you're looking for a something classic or more contemporary and creative, there's a bar (and a cocktail) for you! We had such a [Read More]

This creamy, comforting leek and potato soup is so easy to make with the Thermomix. It's ready in minutes and perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. This is one of my favourite soups to make and to [Read More]

Today I'm sharing my recommendations for lovely lodgings, cracking coffee, beautiful baked goods and delicious dinners in Paris. Let's go on an armchair adventure! Where to Stay Une Auture [Read More]

Upcycle your apples and bananas into this super moist and uber delicious loaf. When I have some sad looking fruit, there's only one thing to do, bake with it! Apples and bananas are not a [Read More]

Our city break to Palma was exactly that with the emphasis on break. We didn't do much except eat, drink, sunbake and perhaps my most favourite activity of all, wander. It's as if the medieval [Read More]

July is birthday month at our house and this year felt like it was a genuine birthday festival. We hosted and visited friends and family near and far and even managed to squeeze in a sneaky side trip [Read More]

Well, July flew by in the blink of an eye. As it's the first of the month, that can only mean one thing... Time to catch up with Sherry and friends and share what's been happening in my kitchen. Side [Read More]

My feet had started to get itchy and I found myself in the grip of an acute case of FOMP (Fear of Missing Out in Palma.) So when the planets, cheap flights and our diaries aligned, we escaped to the [Read More]