Mince Pies for Those That Hate Mince Pies

First things first, as we draw close to the New Year, I hope everyone had a great time over the festive period. I am feeling considerably fatter, lazier, and really looking forward to detoxing in the New Year. But before the healthy eating and exercise commences, it may be a good idea to use up the leftovers accumulated from the obligatory ‘big shop’ where I bought more food than could possibly get...

Tea With Biscuits, Biscuits With Tea

I have always been a lover of tea and biscuits; not only is it ‘oh-so-British’ but a pairing that is truly tried and tested (I mean all those builders wouldn’t lie would they?). I decided to make shortbread rounds and flavour each batch with a different variety of loose leaf tea. After lots of careful consideration, I plumped for four different batches: Chai, Chamomile, Green and Earl Grey. When...

What to Expect When You Apply for MasterChef

Around four years ago I was lucky enough to be selected to take part in Series eight of MasterChef UK. To this day, hands down, it remains the most challenging thing I have ever done. If you are thinking of applying yourself then read on, but please don’t let this post put you off. Boy was it grueling, but I enjoyed every minute of it! And although I no longer work in the food industry, the experience...

My Picks for Bold Red Lips

I adore rocking a red lip all year round but I tend to find that in the warmer months I opt for a sheerer, more ‘wearable’ formula that leans to the pink or coral side of the colour palette. There is just something about the Autumn/Winter season that make us feel a little more daring and I love seeing all of the gorgeous berry toned, matte lips that have been popping up...well everywhere, recently. ...

Autumn Eats - Parsnip, Apple and Stilton Soup

This is one of my favourite recipes that always seem to make an appearance at about this time every year. I think it’s because parsnips are bang in season and the fact that a steaming bowl of soup is just perfect for Autumn. It is a rich, creamy soup with a perfect balance of earthiness, sweetness and acidity. It isn’t for everyone, as the mix of flavours is quite complex, but I love how different...

Curly Hair 101

As you probably guessed from the blog name, I am a curly gal. And a long-suffering curly gal at that! You could say that I have struggled to ‘tame the mane’ for many years but now at the good ol’ age of twenty eight I think I’ve finally cracked it.  I thought it would be fitting for my first post to be a hair related one, so here are my top tips and picks for curly, unruly hair......