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. ...