One brioche, two cats and several choux puffs

Like last week, I’ve been able to work at home a couple of days, which is kind of nice, especially … More

The America’s Cup, a film, and some biscuits (or cookies if you prefer)

I never in a million years ever thought I could get interested in watching sailing, but have become quite hooked … More

A cat, a crumpet and a cup of tea

It was a lovely sunny day today, Saturday, which was so nice after the stormy weather earlier in the week. … More

Sunshine, a scone and chocolate chip muffins

Karl headed off to Scotland on Saturday morning, so I set about doing some housework, catching up on The Block … More

6 things: Random Food Items

Another in the occasional series of 6 things, today, a focus on food things in the house at the moment. … More

A dance film, a birthday and an apricot tart

One of the nice things about working at home these past few days is that it is easy to make … More

Spring time, muffins, and a report on the yams

September is here and spring is well and truly here, with flowers blooming everywhere and a wee bit more heat … More

Yams, tulips and Dancenorth

I really don’t know where last week went.  It’s hard to believe it is already Saturday afternoon and that it … More

Spring flowers, hiding cats and a new cook book

This week I have been working mostly at home since I have had a pile of essays to mark.  It … More

Swans, snapper and a trip to Auckland part 2

My second day in Auckland began with a thunderstorm. We were woken up in the wee small hours by flashes … More