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Harriet Rachel Constable
www.harrietconstable.com
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With an emphasis on Life, Food and Experiences, I write about nothing, and everything. I have a tremendous bout of the travel bug, I love to eat, drink and entertain and as for life; I’m living it.
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What to do in a monumental fuck up

Looking down at the expanse of sand around my feet I could say with absolute certainty that my little tan handbag containing every valuable effect I owned was no longer present. ‘Erm, Becky’ I uttere...

15 apr 12

I know this great little place…

I love London. I have had my whole life to explore this fantastic city steeped in history, amazing architecture, interesting museums, great food and excellent nightlife, and yet I am still finding hi...

13 feb 12

Lily’s Scones

‘Lily’s Scones’ by Nigella Lawson in the deliciously divine cookbook How To Be A Domestic Goddess are, quite simply, the best scones you will ever eat. For a delightful little Valen...

13 feb 12

Valentine’s Day Dining

Amongst the winter chill and sprinkles of snow, you’ll find love in the air as Valentine’s Day 2012 approaches, and if you haven’t already, it is definitely time to start planning ...

09 feb 12

‘It’s complicated’

I do not, by any means, claim to be an agony aunt – a love guru – a relationship genius. However, I am in a relationship, and have had ones previously, so I feel I’m at least a litt...

14 jan 12

Make Your Own Christmas Decorations

Christmas decorations are so expensive, and you can rarely find what you actually want. I’ve been being a domestic goddess all day and have created these little beauties all-by-myself! Each hea...

02 nov 11

Prawn and Noodle Soup

I am a huge Nigel Slater fan and have been avidly following his cooking programme on BBC1. I made this recipe myself the other day and it was really delicious, pretty easy to make and it looked very ...

31 oct 11

Tube and Train Etiquette

For the last 4 months, I have submerged myself into the commuter lifestyle, jostling about London with a million other people trying to get from A to B. Previous experience has taught me that commuti...

31 oct 11

The weekly YouTube stalk lead me to this video. It’s amazing what one person can achieve: Matt, whoever you are, I am utterly inspired. Well done you.

31 oct 11

Pumpkin Carving

Who said pumpkins had to be scary? Leaves and lines inspired this Halloween’s carving creations.

23 oct 11

Chocolate Week

I’m going to have to admit, considering the topic of this article, that I am a HUGE Charbonnel et Walker choccy fan. By this I mean I am a complete sucker for their champagne truffles and prali...

12 oct 11

Retiring From Life

Why is it, when some people are fortunate enough to retire from work, they seem to feel the need to retire from life entirely? I can’t think of a much bleaker future than hitting my 65th birthd...

30 sep 11

The Joys of the Job Hunt

What a bleak crappy day. I slogged my way up to London in the drizzly rain with delays and three changes to really make things cheerier, only to go to the most depressing recruitment interview I have...

21 sep 11

One Girl And Her Dog.

You should never underestimate the bond between an owner and their dog. Take Barley for instance, my enormous and utterly loveable Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy. He loves nothing more than to snuggle in...

19 sep 11

The Afterlife

Change can be a scary thing. I remember in upper sixth, I applied to University and only got one offer. It was from a crappy place in the middle of nowhere that I had absolutely no intention of prete...

03 sep 11

Mmm… chocolate

Have you tried these? I mean, seriously. Best chocolates in the WORLD. Ask Vicky Shires, she’ll tell you. I’m only drooling a little.    

03 sep 11

Belle France

   

25 aug 11

These boots weren’t made for walking. They were made for me.

Kurt Geiger. Over the Knee. Burgundy, suede boots. Enough said.

24 aug 11

Autumn nails

  Autumn is my favourite time of year, fashion wise. It’s all burgundys and mustards and rich browns, tweed and cable knit and leggings and knee high socks and boots and suede… ah, s...

24 aug 11

The Hummingbird Bakery Carrot Cake

This carrot cake is so easy to make and looks delicious once finished. It’s a real crowd pleaser, so you might want to buy enough ingredients to make more. Not only does it taste divine, but you’ve g...

24 aug 11

The Hummingbird Bakery Vanilla Frosting

You Will Need: 250g sifted icing sugar 80g unsalted butter at room temperature 25ml whole milk a couple of drops of vanilla extract What to do: Beat the icing sugar and butter together in a freestand...

24 aug 11

Hummingbird Bakery Vanilla Cupcakes

Makes: 12 Cooking time: 25 mins Enjoyability factor on consumption: astounding   You will need: 120g plain flour 140g caster sugar 1 ½ tsp baking powder a pinch of salt 40g unsalted butter at ro...

24 aug 11

Hummingbird Bakery Cream Cheese Frosting

You Will Need: 300g sifted icing sugar 50g unsalted butter at room temperature 125g cream cheese Makes enough for 12 cupcakes, or one fully sized eat-your-heart-out-cake. What to do: Mix the icing su...

24 aug 11

The Hummingbird Bakery experience

Photos in this post: www.hummingbirdbakery.com Yesterday, and, I am ashamed to say, for the first time since their UK opening, I visited The Hummingbird Bakery on Wardour Street, Soho, London. The ca...

24 aug 11

New York: Your Guide to The Concrete Jungle

I’m going to break it down for you. I don’t need to tell you that this is the most awesome city on earth, you know it’s cool.   Eating We sampled a range of cuisines whilst in ...

19 aug 11

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