Pesto’s are perfect for adding fresh flavors to other foods and have a myriad of uses in the kitchen. This coriander and mixed nut pesto is a variation on traditional pesto made with basil leaves and is dairy-free. We have the most wonderful weather at the moment and it is a beautiful time of the year to spend outdoors, rather than slave over a hot stove. Preparing quick flavorsome fixes is the ticket and it only takes a few minutes to pull this recipe together. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: February 2016
Spreading the Buzz about Bees
Wild Honeycomb/Frank Ryde/Sri Lanka
As a kid growing up in Ireland we lived in an old country house that honey bees were also drawn to. For many years they took up residence under a roof over a bathroom. I have clear memories of a bulging ceiling where wooden slats had parted slightly and honey would drip through. Back then I was more worried about getting stung and never gave a thought to what sweet stuff lay above or just how incredible these insects are. Continue reading
Espresso Yoghurt Hotcakes with Star Anise Sugar and Lemon
Hurray… this year I’ve managed to remember pancake Tuesday and upload a recipe, Espresso Yoghurt Hotcakes with Star Anise Sugar and Lemon. When we were growing up Dad always made the old favorite, thin pancakes sprinkled with caster sugar and a squeeze of lemon juice. I also remember a very smokey kitchen and the wait seemed endless. Continue reading
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