When I was asked to make a feature cake and cupcakes with a sea/beach theme for a baby shower, I was pleasantly challenged. After researching all of the possibilities, I knew that I wanted to to create a show stopping display which had an authentic beachy feel about it. The feature cake was… Read More
I confess I was having a bit of a stressful day. With ten people living in your house, sometimes you get that! By about 4pm, my tolerance levels were diminishing rapidly and I knew there was only one thing I needed to do, and I needed to do it fast. Bake. Thankfully I was expecting… Read More
Hello Hello! Oh so many ideas and so little time!!! I have been in a baking frenzy of late. My mind continually bursts with recipes and flavour combinations I want to try. Not to mention the food styling ideas and photo props that bombard my waking hours!! I have decided that I need… Read More
If cupcakes could be romantic, then I think I have created the most delicate heart endearing sweet treat that may even send Mr Darcy begging for more! Rose tea is infused within the cupcake and balanced perfectly by the vanilla frosting. If you are planning a special high tea or bridal… Read More
I have been experimenting with sticky date pudding recipes and trying a few different ways to put this delicious winter dessert into a cupcake. This recipe is super moist and the hint of aromatic spices complement the dates perfectly. They are delicious as a cupcake or could be spruced up a bit served warm with… Read More
“We are plain quiet folk and have no use for adventures. Nasty disturbing uncomfortable things! Make you late for dinner!!” -The Hobbit Earlier this year we honoured our beautiful daughter on her 16th birthday. As we are all arduous Tolkien fans, there was no question as to the theme of this event…… Read More
Lime and pistachio cupcakes have been on my to do list for a while now. I finally seized the opportunity today. I neglected the housework, escaped the intensely ridiculous HEAT (it IS meant to be autumn!!) and ran away to my kitchen. I adapted the “Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes” recipe from Glorious Treats, by adding crushed… Read More
This post is dedicated to my beautiful niece Aymee, who has been waiting patiently for this recipe. She is a lover of the chocolate/ peanut butter combo and after tasting these delicious cupcakes, I admit that I have discovered a new favourite too! With a hint of coffee and pumpkin, they are… Read More