Macarons/Macaroons

Aug 30th, 2010 by Gemma | 0

Now, I’ve always known these delicacies by the name Macaroon.. I’m starting to learn that most people think of the wrong type of macaroon when I say that, the French style Macaron is more known in relation to these treats. Of course, if I said it with the true French pronunciation I’d probably still face [...]

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Chocolate Sorbet with Brandy Snap Baskets

Jul 28th, 2010 by Gemma | 2

I wanted to end the month with chocolate, I’ve managed to stay off it the entire month which is quite a feat for me! Wanting to make a slight twist rather than a ‘plain old’ chocolate ice cream I decided to make a sorbet instead. So, as a bonus this is dairy and egg free, [...]

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Gardening

Apr 5th, 2010 by Gemma | 0

I know, I know, what does gardening have to do with cooking and baking? Well Michael and I last year attempted to start a vegetable patch and herb garden. We’re not so great at “pretty” plants, but something we’re going to be able to eat, we can manage that! It’s been a year now and [...]

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Pi(e)

Mar 12th, 2010 by Gemma | 1

Do you know what Sunday is? It’s March 14th.. Which on this side of the Atlantic is 3.14, otherwise known as the mathmatical term of Pi.. Yes, I’m a math geek. Did you notice, if you look at 3.14 in a mirror it even looks like it says pie! So, to celebrate Pi day, I [...]

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