Blackberries are at their prime in September and You can usually forage wild brambles or blackberries from hedgerows or old woodlands. This simple dessert combines the tart, earthy tones of the blackberries with the creaminess of vanilla icecream and rippled together makes for a gorgeous deep purple hue. Serve with fresh blackberries, some shortbread crumble […]
If, like me, you’re lucky enough to have a fig tree in your garden- you’ll know the frustration of seeing the fig tree come to life every summer- yet it is seldom warm enough in England to ripen the fruit. However, despair not- the leaves are equally as tasty and delicious! The flavour is almost […]
These bombolini are an irresistibly light adaption of the classic Italian doughnut. Rolled in vanilla sugar and filled with a light vanilla crème, they are perfect garnished with the best of Summer’s strawberries. Infusing used vanilla pods into sugar allows you to use all of the vanilla pod- keep on hand in the pantry for […]
A wonderfully simple yet sophisticated recipe from Mickael Viljanen that will be ready in 30 mins. The pairing of the cardamom, Vanilla and Blueberries works really well in this tart. Ingredients 200g Blueberries -400g Sour Cream -2 Eggs 120g Caster Sugar -1/2tsp Crushed Cardamom 1 Vanilla Pod -Shortcrust Pastry Method Line your Tart case and […]
These pavlovas make a wonderful summery dessert and can be made in advance for a dinner party or BBQ. Any combination of fresh fruits works well, but we especially love this combination of roasted and fresh stone fruits with coconut crème and passionfruit for a zesty kick. Vanilla Pavlova: 270g sugar 180g vanilla sugar 5g […]
A perfect dessert for the hot summer days we have coming up. Always a hit, the light and fluffy pavlovas married with those ripe berries is just a perfect pairing. delicious! Ingredientes: For the meringue 4 egg whites 250g caster sugar 1 tsp white wine vinegar 1 tsp cornflour 1/2 vanilla pod or 1 tsp […]
Braided Apple Turnover Similar to an apple pie, this turnover is sure to become a favourite. The braided pastry makes for an attractive dessert, which can be served warm or at room temperature. Leftover turnover (if there is any!) is also great for putting in lunchboxes or as an on-the-go snack. We like to use […]
The best cheesecake brownies What is the first thing that comes to your mind when thinking of indulgence? Brownies? Cheesecake? How about cheesecake brownies? Yes you heard me! Why choose one of your favourite treats when you can have both?! You are welcome! I first made this recipe back when I was a cake decorator […]
Elderflowers are a quintessential sign of the British summertime and have a distinctive floral scent. The flowers bloom for just a small time, usually in late May- early June and are best picked after rain or on a dewy morning. The trees grow abundantly- we forage our local area and can easily pick sufficient flowers […]
To make the dough: 1000g Plain Flour 400g Unsalted Butter diced (Room Temperature) 450g Caster Sugar 80g Cornflour 8g Table Salt 4 Whole Eggs Method: Cream together the butter, sugar and salt Add the flour, eggs and cornflour Work together to form a smooth dough Divide into 650g balls Wrap and allow to rest in […]
