In the kitchen: clafoutis

It’s summer, the days are sunny and bright, and there is an abundance of gorgeous fruit around, from blueberries and … More

One of the glories of autumn

Yet a pear may only be at its point of perfection for a day or two, the slide into over-ripeness … More

So that was the week…a film, a conversation and a full diary

There was no time to blog, read much or catch up with things this week. It was one of those … More

This week’s small pleasures #96

Today, Monday, is the Queen’s Birthday holiday here in New Zealand.  It is a bit grey and damp, but still, … More

Some of the finest fruit

One of the joys of being home, is being back in the kitchen, even if it is just making poached eggs on toast for breakfast

A short, tender cakelet

A scone – that simple yet perfect item, essential for morning or afternoon teas.  Savoury or sweet, the scone is … More

Sweet and crisp and reeking of tradition

I woke up on Anzac Day feeling kind of miserable.  Still under the weather and feeling sorry for myself, I … More

In praise of the humble radish

Like Nigel Slater, my heart always melts when I see a bunch of radishes. There is something about the shape … More

Exact art or casual game

Among the headlines in the British press when I woke on Wednesday morning, was the story that BBC Food, a … More

Watching, listening, reading: March

Where has March gone?  I can’t believe it is the 29th already.  Anyway, here’s what has been keeping me entertained … More