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Using the juice of one lemon in place of olive oil, I made lemon pasta. This adds a subtle flavour to the pasta. My recipe calls for 00 flour, which I think is the only flour to use when making pasta of any sort. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Lemon Pasta ♥ … Continue reading Lemon Pasta
I made two versions of this blueberry cheesecake ice cream. One left the blueberries whole which made them icy when frozen. The other turned the blueberries into a sauce, which to me was the better version. Adapt this recipe to make use of any seasonal berries. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Blueberry … Continue reading Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
Sometimes, the Google Machine can be amazing. At least once a day I scroll down the discover articles. Some of them are interesting, and others are spam based on a random subject I have discussed with someone. But, when the recipe popped up for almond flour carrot cake scones I knew I had to follow the link. … Continue reading Carrot Cake Scones
This recipe for blue cheese and walnut scones has been adapted from Choclette who blogs on over at Tin and Thyme. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Blue Cheese And Walnut Scones ♥ Let's talk about blue cheese I am a big fan of blue cheese, and could easily devour a block of … Continue reading Blue Cheese And Walnut Scones
The Midnight Carousel opening lines: On the outskirts of Paris, where factories and foundries bustle by day, there is silence at night. From the city's port to a patch of wild scrubland near the shabbiest slum, fog creeps between deserted industrial buildings. My blurb: Maisie only knows hunger, cold and uncertainty, until her Aunt rescues … Continue reading The Midnight Carousel, Fiza Saeed McLynn
The text and photographs for the post on Stress-Free Travel Between Two Iconic Cities was provided to me. Stress-Free Travel Between Two Iconic Cities Travelling between two of the United States’ most iconic cities—Boston and New York City—can be an exciting yet daunting experience, especially for those looking for a smooth and stress-free journey. Whether … Continue reading Stress-Free Travel Between Two Iconic Cities
This shredded lamb makes for the most amazing dish to be served at the table. You may find yourself with leftovers. But, you will not complain. The feta, mint and pomegranate seeds not only add colour, they also add flavour. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Shredded Lamb ♥ Threaded thoughts Someone posted … Continue reading Shredded Lamb
For the first time in a long time, I am ahead of my blogging schedule. This is going to be so important as next month Dave and I are headed overseas. But before then, we got to celebrate my birthday. July 2025 brought with it its own challenges however. We were without water for three days … Continue reading July 2025 Showcasing In My Kitchen
The First Gentleman opening lines: Cole Wright is sitting in the rear seat of a black up-armored Chevy Suburban, one of three in a convoy speeding its way down Route 125 in the Seacoast Region of New Hampshire. My blurb: Cole Wright stands accused of murder and Brea Cooke is determined to see him found … Continue reading The First Gentleman, James Patterson
The text and photograph for the post on Uncovering Finland’s Natural Wonders and Cultural Treasures was provided to me. Uncovering Finland’s Natural Wonders and Cultural Treasures Finland is a land of breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. From its pristine lakes and dense forests to its vibrant cities and fascinating traditions, this Nordic gem … Continue reading Uncovering Finland’s Natural Wonders and Cultural Treasures
It is time for International Scone Week 2025! My recipe for olive oil scones is the most popular recipe on my blog. Created in 2017 for this occasion, it still gets over 2500 views a year. A little bit about this Starting in 2011, bloggers around the world gathered to make scones. To see how … Continue reading International Scone Week 2025
I would not use an extremely old balsamic vinegar to make these balsamic tomatoes. But, I would most certainly use a decent quality one. That will make all the difference to the taste of your oven roasted tomatoes. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Balsamic Tomatoes ♥ Let's talk about balsamic vinegar Originating … Continue reading Balsamic Tomatoes
Private Dublin opening lines: Thunderous applause filled the auditorium, and the filmmakers beamed as through the claps and cheers were dollar bills. My blurb: Jack Morgan has flown to Ireland to hopefully put a stop to Propaganda Tre. He thought they were done with them in Monaco, but it turns out, he was wrong. So … Continue reading Private Dublin, James Patterson
The text and photograph for the post on Is Matcha The Healthier Caffeine Fix We’ve Been Missing? was provided to me. Is Matcha The Healthier Caffeine Fix We’ve Been Missing? Despite its overwhelming success, many skeptics still turned up their noses at matcha, refusing to give it a proper chance. Why? Largely out of principle. … Continue reading Is Matcha The Healthier Caffeine Fix We’ve Been Missing?
Most years for my birthday I host a dinner party. If I do this at home, we are the same three couples. I will go all out with the menu, doing starters, mains and a fancy dessert. Last year I did not do anything for personal reasons. And this year I am giving it a … Continue reading Birthday Microwave Cake
Use any breakfast cereal flakes that you can find, and enjoy, to make these breakfast rusks. I have used coconut sugar for the sweetener element of my recipe, but you can substitute this with regular brown sugar if that is what you prefer. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Breakfast Rusks ♥ Let's … Continue reading Breakfast Rusks
Nobody's Fool opening lines: Did it all go wrong the moment I saw you? I was a mere twenty-one years old, just a baby now that I look back on it, freshly graduated from Bowdoin College and gamely beginning the backpack-through-Europe ritual so common amongst my ilk. My blurb: To the people who know Sami … Continue reading Nobody’s Fool, Harlan Coben
This fig chutney recipe uses a combination of fresh and dried figs, giving it an unique texture. I only made half of Angie's recipe as figs are very expensive here, and only in season for a short period of time. I have paired it with numerous curries since making it, and the best to date … Continue reading Fig Chutney
I make two things most regularly in my kitchen, one of them being hummus. I was showing a friend how easy this it to make at home, and then had a batch that needed to be scooped up. The most obvious choice at the time was to make these Swedish flatbreads. And for those of … Continue reading Swedish Flatbreads
The Imperfect Murder opening lines: Log 10/18/2018 18:58 EDT Transcript: Audio Recording. [Detective Declan Shaw] Maggie Marshall? My blurb: Jarod Cordova and his partner, Declan Shaw are trying to solve what looks like the perfect murder. Because, if the wife didn't do it, who could of? She is there, next to the body, covered in … Continue reading The Imperfect Murder, James Patterson