Recipes

I enjoy making themed birthday cakes for our grandchildren.  I’m not a professional cake decorator but the cakes are designed and made from love.  I love planning what I’m going to make and try to think of a theme that will be relevant to…

    Individual frittatas are great to have on hand for a healthy snack or light lunch.  Preparing a batch ahead of time will provide a healthier alternative for snacks.  They are also quick and easy to prepare and can be stored in the…

Want to serve a dessert at your next dinner party that is not only delicious but a healthier alternative? My daughter recently gave me a recipe for Coconut Milk and Chia Pudding.  I don’t use Coconut Milk or Cream very often, if at all…

Pumpkin Pie always reminds me of our visits to the East Coast of the USA and Quebec during Fall.  It is my favourite time of year to visit as the colours of the leaves are magnificent and fill me with warmth and joy. This…

It’s a rainy Saturday afternoon and I’m feeling a little bored.  Okay, I’ll do some baking.  I found a recipe for banana muffins to use up some bananas that were a little over ripe.  Great!  Oh no eggs in the house not to worry…

Want to impress at your next dinner party or drinks party? An Antipasto platter is so easy to put together yet it looks tempting and exotic to serve at your next dinner or drinks party.   I’m married to an Italian who has lived…

  There is something special about ‘High Tea’ which has become so popular in recent years.  I love the British tradition of making ‘tea time’ special and using beautiful teapots, cups and saucers.  It brings back an age of refinement, very ‘Downton Abbey’ style and I always…

When I think of Finger Sandwiches or Ribbon Sandwiches as they can be called, I immediately think of an elegant High Tea.  These dainty, crustless sandwiches are the epitome of an elegant by-gone era and a worthwhile inclusion to your next High Tea menu.…

These mini quiches are so versatile as you can be creative with your filling.  They are perfect for snacks, parties, school lunches or that special ‘High Tea’ menu. I use pre-made pastry but you can make your own if you have time. Ingredients 1…