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Giveaway Competition – Win a Cookies and Cakes Tower Hamper

So,  who wants a tower of cake? No, seriously. www.hampergifts.co.uk is generously giving away a Cookies and Cakes Tower to one very lucky reader.This is a giveaway not to be missed – five decad...

4 days ago 1 person likes this

Lemon Meringue Freezer Cake - Forman & Field Jubilee Bake Off

A few weeks ago, along with several other bloggers I was invited to whip up a jubilee inspired treat by the lovely people at Forman & Field.  Of course I accepted, any excuse to bake a delic...

5 days ago 6 people like this

Maamite Popcorn

Im a sucker for pretty packaging and with the Queens Diamond Jubilee approaching I seem to be spoilt for choice.  Stunning patriotic style branding is just everywhere at the moment and Im not su...

23 may 12 1 person likes this

Nutella & Raspberry Fondants for World Baking Day

Did you know that this Sunday May 20th is World Baking Day? I sure did, but I just couldnt rest without letting the rest of the world in on the excitement.  If you want to get in on the fun the ...

17 may 12 17 people like this

Chocolate and Salted Peanut Butter Ice Cream

Since Christmas Ive been leaving a little trail of nudges and hints leading towards my Birthday.  Ive been both subtle and even a little obvious in my mission but it worked. When my months of hi...

16 may 12 9 people like this

Afternoon Tea @ Garden Kitchen

When Paula posted a review of new Newcastle eatery Garden Kitchen I felt I just had to pop down and try it for myself.  Id wandered past a few times but never really gave it too much attention, ...

08 may 12 4 people like this

Salted Caramel Chocolate Tort

This is not a desert for the faint hearted, this is a tort for the major leagues!  This is an I just got dumped, wheres the chocolate tort, an I deserved that promotion more than her kinda pie o...

27 apr 12 11 people like this

Iconemesis Giveaway

When Iconemesis recently got in tough with me asking to try one of their stunning iPhone cases I was delighted.  Not only was I newly in the market for a new phone case after dropping my beloved...

25 apr 12 1 person likes this

Wasabi & White Chocolate Cupcakes

Last week Kris and I visited a mini chilli and chocolate festival in the wonderful Grainger Market in Newcastle.  The festival was to publicise the annual Chilli Festival held at Seaton Delaval ...

25 apr 12 5 people like this

Oatmeal and Raisin Cookies

Kris and I often share stern words while shopping, more often than not this bickering occurs within the confines of the biscuit isle.  Biscuits are where Kris and I differ, wildly.  Hes a c...

10 apr 12 8 people like this

Chocolate Peanut Brownies

Brownies are one of those bakes I can whip up at a moments notice.  The ingredients are always to hand and theyre just so flipping simple to throw together.  Ive even got Kris in on the bro...

07 apr 12 15 people like this

Baked Eggs with Chorizo

The last week or so Ive been trying to make a bit more of an effort with breakfast.  Normally I skip this meal all together favouring a cup of tea and a cookie from the freezer (more on that lat...

03 apr 12 4 people like this

Banana & Chocolate French Toast

Every now and again Kris and I ditch the usual breakfast routine of toast and cereal and really push the boat out. Whether it be eggs florentine (my personal favorite), pancakes or huevos rancheros w...

27 mar 12 8 people like this

Giveaway - Hotel Chocolat

With Easter on its way Im sure we can all be forgiven for having chocolate on our minds.  In fact, thanks to the supermarkets it has been hard to escape the lure of the Easter egg since Boxing D...

15 mar 12 1 person likes this

Gin and Tonic Cupcakes

Last year, for my Birthday, I received five bottles of gin.  Yes, thats right, five! One bottle of Hendricks, two bottles of Tanqueray 10, one bottle of Gordons and one bottle of pink gin. ...

07 mar 12 11 people like this

Baking Mad - Key Lime Pie

Im sure you all ready know I dont have much of a sweet tooth, but I have to admit I have a real weakness for super sweet fruity pies! If you were to ask me my top three favorite desserts Id have to r...

06 mar 12 4 people like this

Laura Ashley - Pocket Friendly Afternoon Tea

Im guest posting over at the wonderful Laura Ashley today. Go have a spy and see why Afternoon Tea doesnt have to break the bank!

28 feb 12 1 person likes this

Chipotle Chicken Soft Tacos

Hi, my name is Katie and Im a Mexican food addict!  Im not ashamed to admit it, I think Mexican food is the bees knees!  Upon hearing this confession youd probably expect me to tell you I w...

26 feb 12 5 people like this

Turkish Delight Vodka

Remember this...Wanna know how I turned this innocent bottle of vodka into something special, like this?Its so simple, a child could do it.  A child probably shouldnt, but you get the drift!So, ...

20 feb 12 6 people like this

Margarita Cupcakes

When it comes to eating out were faced with quite a choice of cuisines.  We have Itallian, Chinese, Indian, Japanese and even Mongolian but for me theres only one choice, Mexican!  I adore ...

14 feb 12 13 people like this

A Recipe For Love

With Valentines Day fast approaching Ive found myself in a bit of a tizzy.  So much to do with so little time to do it, running two businesses while trying to maintain a blog and a social life c...

13 feb 12 12 people like this

My Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

I have to admit, I have baked a lot of chocolate chip cookies in my time, and I mean a lot, but Ive never found one that has made me stop and smile.  My idea of the perfect cookie is a big fat m...

09 feb 12 9 people like this

Sweet Treats

When the chill of January seeps into your bones and starts getting you down theres nothing like a little sweet treat to perk your spirits. 1. Macarons from The French Oven in Newcastle,  2. Mr S...

31 jan 12 3 people like this

Viennese Whirls

Last night I came home from work craving my pajamas, a lazy take away and a evening in front of the TV with Kris and the cats.  Those plans were scuppered by you, Sky Arts.  For some reason...

30 jan 12 10 people like this

Red Velvet

For some reason or another red velvet cupcakes have always alluded me.  Every time Ive tested a recipe I was faced with the exact same problem. They didnt rise, they had hard and cracked tops an...

28 jan 12 10 people like this

Holga for Nikon

Last week, my lovely boyfriend came home from work clutching a tiny little parcel.  Upon my inquiring on the contents he handed it over and said its for you.   Excitedly, and a little suspi...

27 jan 12 2 people like this

Passion Fruit Curd

Passion fruit is one of my very favorite flavours and Im always looking for new ways to include this delicious fruit in my baking.  I recently came across a recipe for passion fruit curd in one ...

25 jan 12 6 people like this

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21 jan 12

Munchtashes

Someone told me that moustaches are trendy right now.  Fuzzy, soup straining top lip caterpillars...  I have to admit theyre just not for me, Munchtashes on the other hand...  A tastie...

16 jan 12 1 person likes this

Cupcake Push Pops

I recently stumbled upon an amazing idea, an idea so amazing yet so simple that I cant believe I didnt think of it earlier.  That idea is, wait for it.... cupcake push pops!!  Awesome, righ...

09 jan 12 6 people like this

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