A borrowed oven and a summer frangipane
A broken oven, a borrowed kitchen, and a spontaneous decision to bake a summer frangipane.
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When the oven breaks…
A broken oven meant no baking, but it didn’t stop dessert. A small experiment with no-bake cheesecakes, made to fit little cups, simply because smaller felt cuter.
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"Little Paris Kitchen": the breakfast treats
Inspired by Little Paris Kitchen, these simple breakfast treats quickly became my new favourite morning indulgence. A small Parisian dream recreated at home – easy, comforting, and very easy to love.
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The ways you can distract yourself from overeating…
A story about food, overindulgence, and finding distraction in knitting, crochet, and a very good truffle recipe.
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The joy of Christmas cooking…
Christmas cooking is something I look forward to every year… unless everyone else gets there first. A slightly reluctant bake, a lot of eating, and one apple, walnut and poppy seed pie I was rather proud of.
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Christmas decorations! (if it’s not too late)
A simple Christmas making moment, hand-stitched decorations, and the joy of creating something festive at the last minute.
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Away from London
Stepping away from London life, learning the café world, and noticing how a change of pace can quietly reshape everyday routines.
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Illustrated me… and a chocolate mousse for Vicki
A small moment of inspiration, thoughts about friendship, and a chocolate mousse made as a simple, thoughtful gesture.
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Berry crumble cheesecake (…and my terrible train habit)
A berry crumble cheesecake with a side of confession — because baking often comes with stories attached.