Eat well - travel often
I was invited to attend an event put together by Tabasco and which was held at The Cookery School (at Little Portland Street) in London. We were assembled ready to prepare a meal using the fab range of Tabasco sauces, Mild Jalapeno, Original, Smokey Chipotle […]
Watching the grandchildren with their home made smoothie ice lollies and fruit juice ice treats got me thinking – what about the adults? I came up with a cunning plan after I bought a nice lolly mould reduced in the supermarket! Which liqueurs or spirits would […]
Following our recent review meal at The Snug Bar in St Albans, Mr R and I were invited back, this time for a Cocktail Masterclass. After assembling we met Ryan our Bar Teacher for the evening, firstly giving us a lesson in pouring. Pour too […]
Perk!er is a small UK company with a passion to create a range of gluten free treats that are tasty and nutritious with nutritious breakfasts, indulgent treats and delicious breads. As part of Perk!er’s ‘Perk up Your Summer’ campaign I get a surprise box each […]
We do love our coffee in this household and Mr R especially loves his Nespresso machine. This machine uses little sealed capsules to ensure you get the perfect fresh cup every time. The only drawback is that the capsules are not sold in shops which […]
Courgette, Lemon & Pecan (or Walnut) Muffins: This time of the year courgettes grow as you turn you back on them. We usually have courgettes with every meal and in loads of different ways. I love using them to make muffins. Just like carrot cake […]
At this year’s Food Blogger Connect there was a plethera of food and drink stalls for use to visit on an unlimited basis throughout the conference (as there usually is!) . The one that surprised me was Patron Tequila! This was the first time I […]
Summer time and we love to go on pic-nics! Usually I just pack the coleslaw, cold chicken, French stick, potato salad etc however following a three week family visit in the USA I wanted take something a bit healthy on the pic-nic! My hamper comes […]
I love going to the cinema to see the latest release so attending the preview of El Jefe (The Chef) was an event not to be missed. My pal Val and I were invited to watch the film at the Odeon Cinema, Whiteley’s Department Store, […]
