It's no secret... I LOVE (yes capitals) LOVE Summer. It would have to be my most favourite season. I love everything about it from the sunny days, long summer nights, alfresco dining, BBQ's, trips to the beach and especially the summer fruits. And, I absolutely love all the Summer stone fruits and berries, give me perfectly ripe juicy berries any day and I am one happy lady. {Warning: If you're diabetic, on a diet or allergic to berries or chocolate then look away} because this recipe … [Read more...]
Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
Something Sebastian and I love doing together is jumping in the kitchen and doing a spot of baking. I will admit, I am not 100% sure if he loves the baking side of it or the licking the bowl / beaters afterwards?!? All the same I love the time we spend together and there is always hope that this will turn into a love of baking. Another thing I love is Summer and the warmer weather it brings with it. What I'm not that keen about is the fact fruit goes off so quickly … [Read more...]
Double Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwiches
Spring is finally here and the school holidays are upon us again, which means we are on the downhill run to Summer ***cue happy dance*** So, what better time to get in the kitchen to whip up something yummy that reminds you of Summer; you could totally whip these goodies up with the kids; or even set them up to make them for you. ;-) In fact, they would make the perfect school holiday activity ***hint, hint*** So... Double Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwiches, anyone?!? These Double … [Read more...]
Cheese Puffs
I love the weekends! Steve is home and we are able to embrace a slower pace. I would say sleep ins are a regular occurrence but with two under three we are lucky if we get to sleep in past when the alarm would normally go off (so 6.45 am). However, snuggles in bed with my three favourite people more than make up for the early start. Our weekends often involve catching up with friends and family and what better way to catch up than over something yummy and freshly baked. Since I first … [Read more...]
Raspberry & White Chocolate Shortbread
Today I am back in the kitchen (heck, I always seem to be in the kitchen - I love it!) sharing with you one of my families all time favourite recipes, this Raspberry & White Chocolate Shortbread. Despite being so easy to prepare, this recipe is definitely one people will remember. The perfectly balanced combination of melt - in - your - mouth shortbread, juicy baked raspberries and decadent white chocolate makes this dessert or slice (depends which way you cut … [Read more...]