This lovely fruity cake was inspired by some beautiful ripe plums I bought recently. They begged me to incorporate them into a cake. Knowing better than to argue with a ripe plum I sliced and marinated them overnight in a smidgen of cinnamon, bayleaves and vanilla, to make their flavour sing. I then whizzed up this light, moist sponge with warm gingery undertones as a fitting throne to sit them on.Read more

This gorgeous concoction of juicy ripe peaches, soft vanilla sponge and buttery crumble is based on a recipe I found in one of those supermarket magazines.  It was a bit of a shot in the dark. Using a very different flour and an adjusted ratio of ingredients, there seemed a fair possibility I might have to dispose of large wobbly disaster. But I’m relieved and happy to announce this luxurious low carb version won the day. It really is a magnificent beast. Super-tasty too. And perfect for a late Summer treat.
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Before I changed to a low carb diet, I used to love my home-made pastry. The fuller flavour and melt in the mouth texture was worth the extra effort. Eating without grains anymore, I was resigned at first to do without and then to a less appealing alternative as I experimented with various recipes. Perseverance though has paid off. I’ve honed ingredients and proportions down to this recipe which I love just as much. And so I thought I’d share the love Read more

In France they know a thing or two about sexy delicious desserts. And this lovely clafoutis is a prime example.

I love this pud because it’s full to bursting with fruit and the batter is so light and creamy. Served chilled it’s an ideal dessert for a Summer meal. In the cooler months served straight from the oven, it’s a great comforter. In any season, I recommend adding a little crème fraiche alongside. Read more

I like to keep my finger on the cake pulse in the wider sugary world and I can’t help noticing that friands seem to have become a bit of a thing these days. Any trendy café worth its salt usually has at least one on offer. And no wonder - it turns out they’re super yum.Read more