Shitake and Pancetta Farro Risotto
I was reading recently about how wonderfully healthy farro its high in protein, B vitamins, vitamin E, magnesium, selenium and, of course, fiber. It …
February 2013
My Granddad taught me ....
My Granddad went home today, and I wanted to do a wee post in tribute to him and what he has taught me .... What my Granddad taught me Don't grum…
Teapot bird feeders
Today we made these simple, bird feeders you simple heat a packet of gelatin into 1/4 cup of water, mix with one cup of bird seeds add to cookie mold…
Aviyal (South Indian Vegetable and Coconut Curry)
Aviyal is a traditional South Indian dish I remember my Mum in law telling me that it was one of her favorites, it is often served at weddings and fe…
Strawberry and Pistachio Firni
When we went to India recently I had the pleasure of meeting Sanjeeta from Lite Bite I adore her, such a humble person and so talented she is now als…
A Special Hot Chocolate
After reading this blog post about George Washington's hot chocolate cup I just knew I wanted one, I found this cup on etsy its German from the 1…
Asian Minced pork, Vegetables and Noodles
This is such a great dish it was inspired by a lovely blog Eating Pleasure - Little Inbox based in Malaysia, one of my favorites for Asian recipes. …
South Indian filter coffee
One of my favorite drinks in India is South Indian filter coffee its made with a little stainless steel filter and a coffee and chicory mix. Coffee i…