This delightful honey lemon pound cake muffin recipe is fun to make and even more rewarding to serve. Bright lemon zest in the batter paired with fresh fruit on top creates an attractive dessert that tastes as good as it looks—perfect for spring and summer gatherings. I love anything in mini form—muffins are my favorite. … Read more

If you need an extra treat for your holiday cookie tray, try these Easy Peanut Butter Balls. They use only a few pantry staples and are incredibly tasty. December arrives fast, and I always plan cookie trays for neighbors and friends. Normally I include a couple of cookie varieties, a candy or truffle, and maybe … Read more

Displaying Gray Malin prints in my home has been on my dream list for years. This week I’m excited to share four new pieces of his stunning artwork, all beautifully framed and placed around our home. I was also featured on Gray Malin’s blog with a short interview and a mini home tour. With these … Read more

Nothing warms my heart more than people cooking for their loved ones—except when they use my recipes. Liberty, brave and adventurous, decided to try my roast chicken. I won’t lie: I was nervous. She’s a wizard with sugar and piping, but less confident with knives. Still, she managed a delicious family meal. The slightly charred … Read more

Steak Fajita Kabobs are a fun, flavorful way to enjoy fajitas during grilling season. Tender, fajita-seasoned steak threaded with onions and bell peppers on skewers and grilled until slightly charred and juicy. Now that pasta-salad weather has arrived, it’s officially grilling season. The warm days have me avoiding the oven and heading straight for the … Read more

Can I share a little secret? This recipe made me unexpectedly excited — a simple spelt rough puff pastry had me genuinely thrilled. It isn’t a dish you eat on its own but rather a doorway to many other culinary delights. I love how basic ingredients and straightforward techniques can produce something special. It reminds … Read more

Maraschino Cherry Cake is a cheerful, old-fashioned treat that delivers bright cherry flavor and a tender, moist crumb. Topped with a silky cream cheese frosting, each bite is sweet, slightly tangy, and delightfully pink — perfect for celebrations or an everyday indulgence. This cake brings back memories of family potlucks and pastel birthday parties. Its … Read more

Vegan carrot cake loaf – moist, spiced and easy to make with a zingy lemon glaze. Perfect for snacking, brunch or a simple dessert. I’d been meaning to share a vegan carrot cake recipe for a while — it’s a favourite in our house. I tested and perfected this loaf some time ago, and after … Read more

This recipe blends two favourites: the natural sweetness and moist texture of classic banana bread with the warm spices—cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and ginger—found in gingerbread. I made a simple cashew-based vanilla icing to make the loaf feel extra festive. The icing is optional—the bread is already moist and full of flavour—but it adds a creamy, … Read more

This updated take on a classic prawn cocktail makes an elegant starter, especially for festive occasions. Ingredients 32 raw crayfish 2 Little Gem lettuces, leaves separated ½ tsp cayenne pepper For the cocktail sauce 2 free-range egg yolks 2 tsp white wine vinegar 1 tsp Dijon mustard 300ml/10fl oz rapeseed oil 2 tbsp tomato ketchup … Read more