Exactly this time last year I decided I wanted to write a cookery book and I’m very proud to announce that the book is now available on Amazon for YOU to buy. Gifts from Grandpa is a book dedicated to …
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My Homemade Christmas Gift Ideas
Last year I wrote a post about my 4 favourite homemade gifts and this year I thought I’d share with you my new favourites for Christmas 2018. I love Christmas and I really like receiving gifts. For me, nothing beats …
5 Ways I Gave Up Sugar
Recently I was watching a popular YouTuber’s video about giving up sugar and processed foods for four weeks. While I was watching the video, it suddenly dawned on me that I have been sugar free for nearly four years. When …
Roasted Pumpkin Vegan Mac and Cheese
With Halloween just around the corner I thought it was about time I started to make a few Pumpkin recipes. The local farm shop that we go to has started to sell this delicious fruit again. I love making dinners, …
Roasted Pumpkin and Bacon Quinoa Risotto
In the Autumn I like to start to think about the meals we are going to eat as we head into winter. I love warming soups and stews but occasionally I like to try new foods too. Roasted Pumpkin Risotto …
Gluten Free Sweet Potato and Salmon Fish Cakes
My son Ted really enjoys fish so it’s one dinner I know he will eat. I have been making fish cakes for a while in various forms but I love these ones. Before giving up sugar and processed food I …
Roasted Tomato and Basil Hummus
On Saturday my husband Howard and son Ted love a cheese and homemade pickle toastie. Once upon a time I would love one of these too, I have to be honest, sadly I can’t eat the bread and I also …
Sausage and Sweet Potato Casserole
Sausages are always a guaranteed winner in our house. My little family enjoy a sausage dinner on the weekend and I love making it in my slow cooker. At this time of year, when the sun starts to set earlier …
Teriyaki Salmon Stir Fry
Chinese is one of our favourite meals to cook as it is quick and easy. For me, it means I don’t have to spend hours slaving over a hot stove which I don’t have much time to do during the …
My Protective Chocolate Turmeric Milk
Spice is a brilliant way to protect the body’s system during the winter months and this is the time of year that I start to think about eating and drinking more spices and herbs. When I think of what spices …
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