Well….I had planned out this post, talking about the rain today (again), the camellias and so on and then at … More
Tag: autumn
Six on Saturday 20.05.23
It has been pouring with rain all day. Grey skies and the sound of rain drops on the decking kept … More
Six on Saturday 13.05.23
Cooler, more autumnal days have finally arrived. Sweaters have been found, menus have turned to soup and warming dishes and … More
This week’s small pleasures #334
It is Monday evening on a day that has been unseasonably warm. Who knows what is going on with the … More
Six on Saturday 06.05.23
I’m writing this post looking out at more rain. It has been raining on and off for a few days … More
What’s on your plate: May
Autumn is well and truly here in the kitchen. The crisp leaves of summer are replaced with the dark greens … More
Six on Saturday 29.04.23
In contrast to last Saturday, today has been dry with even a bit of sun. In fact we have had … More
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…I would offer you a slice of upside-down pear and cardamom … More
Six on Saturday 22.04.23
The rain started on Friday afternoon, and after a heavy downpour, the whole of Saturday has been grey, damp and … More
This week’s small pleasures #330
Happy Easter to those of you who celebrate! Good Friday and Easter Monday are public holidays here in New Zealand, … More