I discovered a secret last week – it’s very easy to be invisible. All you need to do is don a collection vest and stand on the High Street with a cause bucket in your hand. Hey presto, the majority of … Continue reading
How to be invisible
Category Archives: Kids
Impress at morning tea
Does anyone else wish they had time to make fresh scones in the morning? Well, there is a way of having piping hot scones for that morning tea shout or for the lunch box without having to get up an extra half hour … Continue reading
Back to basics
As week three of my year-long chef course dawns, I’m reminded of how little I know – especially the theory. That’s the beauty of food, there’s always something to learn and a different way of doing it. While chopping veges for … Continue reading
It’s not what you say, it’s the way that you say it
My husband raised his eyebrows when I announced that I’d “joined another group”. He despairs as I spend more time working on voluntary projects than paid ones. Maybe it’s an age and stage thing? And clichéd I know, but I … Continue reading
Comforting kai
Ahhh, spring has sprung in Wellington. And, as per last year and the one before that, we are lulled into a false sense of security by the odd brilliant day. Which, we should know, is followed by several blustery days that necessitate us to … Continue reading
Sharing is caring
Don’t you love it when you find a recipe that you know will become a firm favourite? And, even better when it’s easy to make. Conversely, how frustrating is it when you find a taste you love but can’t find … Continue reading
When in doubt, make dough
As mentioned in my previous post, I’ve travelled to our Easter break with my Kenwood in tow. In pre Kenny days, I would bring my bread maker with us. But he’s sitting dejected in the linen cupboard since Kenny came … Continue reading
the underground baker 