There’s something wonderfully comforting about baking in the days leading up to Christmas — the warmth of the oven, the scent of spices in the air, and the quiet satisfaction of creating something by hand. This year I baked a batch of homemade ginger cookies, rich with that familiar blend of spice and sweetness that…
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2018 Birthday cakes
This cheeky little cake was one of my favourite makes from 2018 — a rich, layered chocolate creation covered in glossy ganache and finished with the most playful sugar craft piggies. I loved adding all the tiny details, from the little pig faces peeking out to the fun decorations that gave it so much personality….
A Little Christmas Treat with Every Cup of Coffee
There’s something magical about the festive season that calls for warm kitchens, the scent of cinnamon and vanilla, and the joy of baking. This year, I decided to dive into the Christmas spirit by baking a batch of Christmas cookies. These little delights are small enough to enjoy with every cup of coffee—perfect for spreading…
Christmas Cookie Experiments: Stained Glass with a Ginger Twist
With Christmas just around the corner, I decided it was time to get into the Christmas spirit by experimenting with some holiday baking. This year, I wanted to try something a little different with my Christmas cookies: creating a stained-glass effect using melted sweets. The idea of colourful, translucent cookies catching the light sounded magical,…
Making organic almond milk
I LOVE milk! And I don’t think I would ever (never say never) completely remove whole milk from my dieet however I don’t mind starting to use alternatives in my healthy baking. So last night I’ve made this week’s almond milk. Here are a few photos of the process.
Home made ‘goodies’
I’ve always loved baking! My first memory of baking was helping my mom baking a huge amount of cookies for our summer holiday at the sea in South Africa. My favourite is healthy banana nut muffins. I think my hubby’s favourite is still my hot caramel pudding with custard. Both my kids have their favourites and…