The most decadent hamper arrived at my door a few days ago. While I was signing for it, the delivery lady mused that it must be a Valentines Day hamper. I looked at her surprised, Valentines Day was two weeks away, why would she guess Valentines Day and not my birthday, or some other celebration? … Read more
Christmas morning is very special in our house. Having gorgeous children means that Santa is very generous. By the time the first rays of sun have started to light the sky, the kids are happy opening presents and playing with their toys. Once the initial excitement of Santa has worn off we usually have a … Read more
I walked into the kitchen this morning to receive a wonderful surprise. Sitting on the bench were two freshly baked loaves of bread! You can either spend 17 years raising a child and hope to teach them cooking skills or you can use this breadmaker recipe.
Ahh, the smell of bread baking, it is one of the all time best aroma’s. Who can resist hot bread fresh from the oven, spread with generous quantities of real butter? Not I! I have gone one step further and made a cheesy, onion, garlic and rosemary stuffed loaf. The weather has been getting a … Read more
I am enjoying Alfresco Friday, it is giving me the chance to prepare some of the great picnic foods I pour over in magazines. I love getting dinner cooked and packing it up in a hamper. We then head off to the beach or park with the family. There is no more relaxing way to … Read more