Chocolate, it seems to be the theme running through my posts lately. And this post is no different. But my excuse, winter and the need to wrap myself in warmth and deliciousness. There has been a chill to the … Continue reading
We found ourselves with a lot of chocolate after Christmas, and although most was devoured eagerly, I managed to sneak some aside for some extravagance. Caramel, Chocolate, salt. There couldn’t be a more perfect union. Balanced, creamy and sweet. It’s … Continue reading
I often find I have 2 egg whites left over from recipes. (these were from my chocolate mousse) I could save them up in the freezer until I had enough to make a batch of friands or macarons, but more … Continue reading
Sometimes you just want rich indulgence. A moment where guilt does not apply. That my friends is exactly what this dessert gives you. Rich, bold and satisfying. Dark Chocolate mousse is something special in this world. Airy, yet dense and … Continue reading
A quick post for some indulgent weekend baking. Cheesecake always freaked me out as a kid. There was something about having cheese for dessert that just didn’t make any sense. At the time the fanciest my cheese knowledge got was … Continue reading
There are some flavours that are made for each other, and Hazelnut, rose and dark chocolate certainly are one of those combinations. I have contributed a brownie recipe before, deeply rich and sweet, fudgey and outrageously delicious (find it … Continue reading
I love a deconstructed dessert. They save time and hassle, but often present amazingly. In a glass, on a plate or in a jar, it doesn’t seem to matter, they just look pretty. A few herb blossoms picked from an … Continue reading
The beetroots were perfect at the farmers markets this week. Perfectly round, deep and rich in colour and at a great price. I couldn’t refuse. Instantly I knew what I was going to make with them. Beetroot has long been … Continue reading
Coeliac Disease is more common than you probably know. With 1 out of 100 people being affected by the auto immune disorder. So chances are you know someone who has it. Coeliac disease creates an abnormality within the body that … Continue reading
The humble chickpea, is one old middle eastern legume. 7500 years old infact, and has been traveling the world for a great portion of that time under different pseudonyms. Chana, Besan, Chickpea, Garbonzo, Ceci, Kabuli, to name but a few. … Continue reading
The Krooked Spoon 