A new day and morning is certainly a good thing isn't it? Light from about 5.40 around here, spring birds singing and the most glorious spring days. We have had a little blast of cold weather so it's a chilly 1 degree outside, but the fire is going and the wood pile stacked high and it's the end of … [Read more...]
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One pan Greek lemon chicken with yoghurt & risoni
August 20, 2020 by 8 Comments
I have been meaning to put this recipe together for weeks now and now that I have come to do it...I can't really remember what I put in it! Helpful isn't it?! This was something I made up as I went and definitely needs a little tweaking but it's a delicious one pot wonder (actually two as you have … [Read more...]
Good things that are also nice and lovely
June 30, 2020 by 16 Comments
How are you friends? Are you on holidays? Are you freaking out about covid waves and the state of the world? Are you tired and limping to the end of week 10 of term 2 like us? Whatever it is you are, I hope to find you well at least. Try and stay positive, I know I do most of the time, although this … [Read more...]
Good Things
June 4, 2020 by 4 Comments
Winter is here, and when it looks as good as this, who can be mad about it? We've had some rain, we have had warm, sunny days and bitingly cold afternoons where the wind is blowing so hard your ears hurt. I love the cold, even when it's that cold, it's invigorating and makes you feel … [Read more...]
Two dinners (or more) in one cook: Joda’s Ribs
April 30, 2020 by 12 Comments
One thing my family are obsessed with, it's food. It's our love language. We love to cook, we love to eat together and we love to share what's good. One thing that happens during this isolation business is when we catch up on House Party we inevitably ask eachother "what are you having for dinner" … [Read more...]
Monday Meal Ideas: All of the EASTER things
April 6, 2020 by 7 Comments
Gosh it's hard to get your head around the fact that it is Easter this weekend isn't it? I just trawled through all my past posts and I must say, I just actually got a wave of the biggest SADS because I cannot believe that for the first time EVER I am not going to see my family for … [Read more...]
Monday Meal Ideas: The one pan wonder
February 24, 2020 by 7 Comments
Good morning friends! How are you all this dark Monday morning? Sunrise is getting later and later round these parts so my early morning wakeups are getting a little harder I must say. We've got another busy week ahead with a different school juggle as Harper starts her new class in a different … [Read more...]
The Throne Rangers: A podcast for Royal enthusiasts {ep 20}
October 23, 2019 by 5 Comments
Well my WORD has it been busy in the Royal family over the past few weeks. Two tours! Law suits filed! Intimate insights into the Sussex life! Baby Archie revealed to the world! Stacey and I knew that there was much to fill you guys in on so have broken it all into sections. This episode deals … [Read more...]
Ottolenghi’s One Pan Pasta
September 20, 2019 by 16 Comments
Hang on what? BAKED pasta Beth? I know! It's confusing isn't it? Cooking pasta in the oven. But then think about it, it's kind of like lasagne right? Bear with me. I was picking up Harper from school a few weeks ago when our lovely office admin Sally came and found me to tell me about a recipe she … [Read more...]
The Throne Rangers: A podcast for Royal enthusiasts {ep 19}
September 18, 2019 by 6 Comments
It's been a minute since Stacey and I sat down for a chat about all things Royal Family we have scratched yours (and our) itch with a brand new episode of your favourite podcast: The Throne Rangers. There's been a LOT happening too you guys: The King's Cup regatta, the start of the new school year, … [Read more...]
Good Things
September 3, 2019 by 16 Comments
It's September. And after a long cold winter just the sound of it gives us enough promise of good stuff to come. We still have a lot of winter to do round here...the fire will be on constantly for the next month or so and will be on and off until the end of the year. But there's sunshine, we had … [Read more...]
The Throne Rangers: A podcast for Royal enthusiasts {ep 18}
August 13, 2019 by 4 Comments
It's been a very busy time for the Royals despite it being summer, giving us so many opportunities to catch up with them. Wimbledon! George's 6th birthday! Charity polo match! LION KING PREMIERE! All of the things and Veggie Mama and I have got you covered with ALL of the thoughts on it all in … [Read more...]
The Throne Rangers: A podcast for Royal enthusiasts {ep 17}
July 4, 2019 by 4 Comments
Well, well, what do we have here? A LONG AWAITED EPISODE OF THE PODCAST IS WHAT. Apologies for the wait friends, but we have it at last and boy is it a jam packed episode. So much happening! All the things! All the people! All the outfits! Let's take a closer look.... There was the Chelsea Garden … [Read more...]
The Throne Rangers: A podcast for Royal enthusiasts {ep 16}
May 15, 2019 by 4 Comments
Also known as: ALL ABOUT ARCHIE! At long last the we can discuss, celebrate, rejoice and embrace the latest member of the Royal family: ARCHIE HARRISON MOUNTBATTEN-WINDSOR. Harry your hand clasp was EVERYTHING! As requested by you guys, there was MUCH to discuss, and … [Read more...]
Monday Meal Ideas: All of the Easter things
April 15, 2019 by 4 Comments
Somehow here we are at the start of the week before EASTER. Not sure how that happened you guys, I still haven't Marie Kondo'd my house and now it will be Christmas again before I have even had a chance to begin! Whether we like it or not, we have a wonderful long weekend ahead of us filled … [Read more...]
The Throne Rangers: A Podcast for Royal Enthusiasts {ep 13}
March 23, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Just when you think there can't POSSIBLY be more in the Royal family...the last two weeks happen. SO many outings. SO many things to discuss. Pop on your headphones and sneakers or make a cuppa or gin and tonic and settle in for this great listen. Like, Megs and this short dress and double handed … [Read more...]
The Throne Rangers: A Podcast for Royal Enthusiasts {ep 12}
March 5, 2019 by 5 Comments
We know, we get it, it's been waaaaaay too long since Veggie and I got together to discuss ALL things British Royal Family. Since November in fact! And there has been just a few things going on since then. JUST A FEW. Megs has been up to A LOT. She has touched her stomach 56 billion times, she … [Read more...]
Monday meal ideas: One pot cooking
February 11, 2019 by 4 Comments
My all time favourite way of cooking is a throw it all in and roast one pot wonder. I love the magic that happens from a hot oven, and everything all combining to add to the flavours. Not to mention how fast it is to prepare, or the fact that there is just one thing to wash up at the end of it! That … [Read more...]
Some Good things
January 18, 2019 by 8 Comments
You know what's going to be REALLY good? A cool change that is due to hit us early tomorrow morning. It has been SO hot all week and I am thrilled at the prospect of a southerly change. Because I am 41 and that kind of thing really floats my boat. Lots of other good stuff happening around here … [Read more...]
On jumping out of your comfort zone
November 7, 2018 by 12 Comments
I always learn lessons from my kids and toddlers especially seem to be able to show us (very loudly and passionately) how our minds work without the filter of good manners. When Maggie is happy she is REALLY happy. When she is frustrated, man do we all know about it. There's very little in between … [Read more...]
