Monthly Archives: March 2011

Dreamy marshmallows

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Easter is the perfect time to make sweet treats to both eat and give as gifts. Spurred on by my macaroon baking, I decided to take another brave pill and give marshmallows a try. The cover of this month’s delicious. … Continue reading →

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Easter review and giveaway: Ostrich Easter Egg from Hotel Chocolat

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Katie Bryson

The Easter holidays are hurtling towards us, and so do thoughts of scoffing a disgraceful amount of chocolate! So to celebrate this joyous thought I’ve teamed up with Hotel Chocolat to give one of my lucky readers the chance to … Continue reading →

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Is it wise to buy budget bacon?

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Katie Bryson

If there’s one thing we’re fond of in this house it’s a bacon sarnie. Crisp back bacon sandwiched between two slices of soft buttered white bread, with a smidgen of dijon mustard and lashings of ketchup. Sometimes nothing else will … Continue reading →

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Indulgent Breakfast Granola

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Having bought some oats in already to make flapjacks, I decided to use them up by rustling up some home-made granola. What a quick and satisfying little number this is by the way! I’d never really thought to make my … Continue reading →

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Choc N Cherry Flapjacks

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Arlo, aka the terminator, is ALWAYS rattling the cupboards and presenting me with bags of food that he’d like for a snack. This starts at around 6am and continues all day until he finally passes out at night. Little and … Continue reading →

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Guest Post: Monday Night Risotto

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Things have been a little stressful in the Bryson household since the firefighter snapped his achilles tendon, so I’ve invited a rather marvellous guest blogger over for tea to relieve the pressure! Thanks Claire for giving me some breathing space … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day Giveaway: Foodie Hamper from Interflora

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Katie Bryson

When you become a mum, not only do you experience the highs and lows of rearing a brood of unruly children, but you also gain a far deeper appreciation of what your own mother went through. So Mother’s Day is … Continue reading →

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Cake stall madness

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Sam’s school has a fundraising cake stall every friday, and each year group takes it turn to provide the cakes and manpower. Volunteering your services behind the stall is not for faint-hearted, as come 3:30pm a swarm of children buzz … Continue reading →

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Simple lunch idea: Mozzarella in Carrozza

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Matthew was working at the weekend and Sam went to stay with his Uncle Markie, so that left Arlo and I home alone and fancy free. It was lovely being able to have some time just the two of us. … Continue reading →

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Guest post: Sausage and apple pastry bites

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Katie Bryson

I’m really chuffed to be guest posting on my good friend Jo’s fabulous website Best Baby Shower this week! Jo asked me to devise a recipe for canapes fit for a babyshower party so after my trip to the Farmers … Continue reading →

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