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Did you know…?

Just how good cucumbers are for you? I didn’t realise that they are so beneficial to us being high in vitamins C and K and also containing magnesium, potassium and manganese. These contribute to making our bones and heart healthyContinue reading “Did you know…?”

Live in the moment – make elderflower champagne!

Oh how I love to live in the moment – and what a moment this time of year is. The wonderful scent of elderflowers is in the air and they are at their best to make Elderflower Champagne. Only 8Continue reading “Live in the moment – make elderflower champagne!”

Mango & Avocado Salsa

I can’t get enough of this salsa! I first tasted it on a ‘Safari Supper’ at a neighbours house in our village – she served it with salmon steaks. Since she gave me the recipe I have slightly adapted itContinue reading “Mango & Avocado Salsa”

January Gin

Well at last dry January is almost over… and so far I can’t say that I’ve felt any benefit whatsoever. My husband has managed to stay awake at night time and so he doesn’t miss the last 10 minutes ofContinue reading “January Gin”

Roasted Sprouts

Love ’em or hate ’em there is no escaping the Brussels Sprout at this time of the year. In actual fact, I always find they are not as bad as I remember and think we should have them more often.Continue reading “Roasted Sprouts”

Nearly Saag Paneer

I was inspired on a recent meal out to 8848 in Stamford – I had a Saag Paneer – a curry made from spinach with bits of cheese in it. I have had the dish before but the cheese inContinue reading “Nearly Saag Paneer”

Chickpea and Mushroom Burger Recipe

For a healthy alternative to the beef burger, why not try these? This is my own version of a BBC Good Food recipe – a bit more tangy with the Ras El Hanout and spices and more ‘meaty’ texture withContinue reading “Chickpea and Mushroom Burger Recipe”

Lemon & Honey water – a healthy way to start your day

You may have heard that a lemon and honey drink in the morning works wonders for your health. This is because honey and lemon both contain powerful therapeutic properties – and mixing them together makes an excellent tonic to kickContinue reading “Lemon & Honey water – a healthy way to start your day”