The reunion with Easter treats (is at first) somewhat upsetting. I look at them with disdain as soon as I see them appear on the supermarket shelves post December 25th (basically, Boxing Day) because inevitably, they mark the end of Christmas...and my January detox. Creme Eggs in particular are my biggest weakness, to the point where … Continue reading Creme Egg brownies!
Malteaser chocolate layer cake
Last week, I made this amazing Malteaser chocolate cake! It only lasted a few minutes at work before people scoffed it, but before that it was so much fun to make - and look at! I had this idea purely because we had leftover chocolate to cook with at home, and I've given up eating … Continue reading Malteaser chocolate layer cake
National Banana Bread Day – Banana, blueberry and oat loaf
Banana bread is by far my favourite bake. Not just because it makes me feel a little bit better about myself for eating it (hello, it's fruit!) it's also utterly scrumptious! I've played around with this recipe a couple of times, for example you can add Nutella instead of blueberries for a more indulgent treat … Continue reading National Banana Bread Day – Banana, blueberry and oat loaf
Oreo cupcakes
So in case you haven't guessed, we're pretty obsessed with Oreos! So when we made these delicious cupcakes for an event last week, we weren't too surprised by how quickly they were gone. We don't know what it is about these little guys that makes them so irresistible but who are we to not give … Continue reading Oreo cupcakes
Afternoon Tea at The Old Tea House – Beaconsfield
As you enter The Old Tea House, you are not only welcomed by warmth, the recognisable jingle from the bell above the door and the smell of freshly baked cakes, but friendly waitresses all fashioning a frilly white apron as though you'd just stepped into the 1920s. With a mismatched decor featuring bright floral printed … Continue reading Afternoon Tea at The Old Tea House – Beaconsfield
Absolutely Muffin 