Monthly Archives: April 2011

Cupcakes to accompany Royal Wedding TV fest

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Living in a house full to the brim of boys, I had no option but to indulge in the fairytale world of Royal Wedding mania elsewhere. It felt like the 1950s cycling through the deserted roads of leafy Ealing with … Continue reading →

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Allotment update: April

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Katie Bryson

After waiting four long years to get our hands on an allotment, Matthew was VERY keen to get going when we finally got the keys to a plot last year. He spent hours toiling to clear the overgrown jungle and … Continue reading →

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Cauliflower Gratin – sneaky veg tactics

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Katie Bryson

Cauliflower is SO good for you, but its slightly sour taste and brain-like appearance can make it extremely unappealing to children. My boys adore broccoli, indeed they eat it raw, but somehow cauliflower doesn’t quite cut it. So what do … Continue reading →

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Simple side dish: Peas with shallots and bacon

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Katie Bryson

I’m not hugely into making fancy side-dishes, it’s generally lightly blanched greens in this house. But I felt like breaking out a bit at the weekend and livening up the roast with this cracking little number. It’s super simple and … Continue reading →

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Easter Hotel Chocolat giveaway: Winners announced!

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Katie Bryson

I hope everyone is enjoying the Easter sunshine and looking forward to a sizzling bank holiday weekend! I’d just like to announce the lucky winners to my Easter giveaway: The gargantuan Ostrich Easter Egg goes to Emma Cella and the Eggsibitionist Extra Thick … Continue reading →

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The inside of my fridge, and a bit of inside info…

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Katie Bryson

I’ve been tagged by top blogger Sarah at Maison Cupcake to answer some questions about myself and also to show a photograph of the inside of my fridge… I have to say I normally don’t get around to doing memes … Continue reading →

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I’ve been nominated in the Mads 2011

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Katie Bryson

I was really chuffed and very surprised to receive some nominations in the MADS 2011 mum and dad blogging awards, in a couple of categories. Best MAD Food Blog Best MAD Family Life Blog I need YOUR help though as only the … Continue reading →

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Mint choc chip ice cream

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Katie Bryson

I learnt the basic principles of ice cream making when I did a course at Leiths a few years ago, and picked up some great tips and recipes. However I rarely dabbled at home due to the lack of ice … Continue reading →

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Leek, bacon, pea and double gloucester quiche

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Katie Bryson

To celebrate the spring sunshine I made a glorious quiche at the weekend. I wanted to have a barbecue but with Matthew on crutches it seemed a little ambitious, so a quiche seemed like the next best option. So while … Continue reading →

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Yorkshire pudding nirvana

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Katie Bryson

It’s friday, and if any of you are considering making a roast this weekend, how about sticking a few of these on the side? The way to my boys’ heart is definitely batter related. So I puffed my chest out … Continue reading →

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