My Journal

We are in full on freezing February grey here. So in a vain attempt to cheer us all up, I am bringing you a treat packed instalment for a little joy and to help spread…

It’s taken me a hot second to ease my way into the New Year thanks to a couple of special weekends that extend my holidays into the beginning of January. I started the month with…

I know most of you have already shut shop for the holidays but I’m sliding in here under the wire with a few last minute treats for your weeks of festivities ahead and a reminder…

I am very much a last minute kinda gal, that person who waits until the latest possible point in time to do the thing that needs doing. Think taxes, presents, airline tickets etc. The assignment…

I cannot believe it's already that time, but next Thursday is fast approaching and I’m here to help you get Thanksgiving & holiday ready.

As I write this we are waiting for election results in the US. I have resumed my tried and tested waiting ritual of nervous pacing and snacking on anything that’s not nailed down. 

I am writing to you today in between churning olive oil ice cream and waiting for my bread to bake for a very special launch dinner tonight. The colourful menu is sparking so much joy…

Today, I’m sharing a very special recipe for you in honour of a very special birthday. I have also gone back to bread baking on the daily in honour of Jim Lahey and his upcoming…

It’s that time people. The leaves on the trees are turning and Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) celebrations are upon us. It’s time to feast.

I am thrilled to announce my next In Conversation With the inimitable Jim Lahey, two time James Beard Award Winner of Sullivan Street Bakery fame, bestselling author and the genius behind the No Knead Bread…

Greetings from sunny Southern California. I’m lucky enough to be here for a final little summer escape, mainly eating my way around LA County ready to return home with a suitcase of treats and ideas…

I hope you are all enjoying the Summer, finding a little sunshine and discovering new treats wherever you find yourselves. I am just back from a week in Biarritz with my two youngest sons (who…

School is finally out here and my older 3 sons are now on 3 different continents……..rendering my youngest an only child for the first time in his life and his mother somewhat of a wreck.…

It’s time people. UK Summer is having a very delayed start, but I’m not waiting any longer.  Grilling season is open for business and I’m here to help you out with a rub, a sauce,…

I’ve been waiting for you to come and warm my bones. To celebrate what I hope to be a delicious summer, this week I'm sharing a selection of recipe ideas for your low key seasonal feasts.