Although frangipane seems to have its origins in France, I first had it in the form of a Bakewell tart. It is that wonderful golden, nutty paste that is used to fill so many different tarts and often is accompanied with fruit. I had some pears in the fruit bowl to use up, so this was a perfect excuse to make a tart and share the recipe with you. This is a lovely treat for an afternoon tea or dessert, and is taken to new heights when in company with a big dollop of crème fraî

I have never spotted coconut ice anywhere else on my travels around the globe, but it has been around for years and years in the U.K. I saw a recipe for it in a household encyclopaedia dating back to the 1930’s and I know it can be very nostalgic for people and is a symbol of their childhoods. It is also a perfect edible treat for little hands to make too - a good one to try for the last weekend of the half term! If you haven’t come across this delicacy before, allow me to e

When I started this blog last year, I wanted to find a way to connect to the present through seasonality and baking. It has really helped me and whilst I thought this would be an outlet just for me, it has been lovely that you have joined in too by sharing your inspirations and baking along with me. Thank you. Valentine's day is just around the corner and whilst that is simply an event in the calendar where love is celebrated on a specific day; I think for me and others, it

Almond and cherry is a classic combination and whilst I normally make it in a cake form, I thought I would try something different and combine those flavours into my favourite shortbread recipe. I loved seeing the photos of last weeks oat biscuits, thank you for sharing! I have opted for a naturally dark glacé cherries rather than the bright red alternative. There is no difference in the flavour, I just prefer the colour. I love a buttery shortbread, and this one will not d