Author Archives: nellie

Spicy chickpeas with haloumi and the regaining of some precious time

Posted on May 7, 2012 by nellie

TweetSometimes I have been known, on occasion, to overdo it on the food front. I have been known to cater for 4 and add a zero. Yes, yes, I can hear all your gasps (yes I can)…. so stop that … Continue reading →

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Greek biscuits with olive oil and honey

Posted on April 23, 2012 by nellie

TweetI was part of a Greek Seafood feast yesterday and it was truly gorgeous. The weather was a little wet and miserable earlier and then, almost by some divine miracle, the clouds floated away and we were left with blue … Continue reading →

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Easy fish in a bag with crispy asian coleslaw

Posted on April 12, 2012 by nellie

Tweet  Firstly, Happy Easter to you all. I hope you had a lovely time with your chocolate and loved ones.   Today I will not, I – absolutely – will – not, post about chocolate. This I know for sure, … Continue reading →

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Ava’s coconut slice

Posted on March 19, 2012 by nellie

TweetAva is ‘my middle girl’. In very typical ‘middle child’ style, she tries to please and to keep the peace. She is one of the most thoughtful people I know and this is not me, gloating as a  Mother (although … Continue reading →

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Mango and mixed berry smoothie

Posted on February 29, 2012 by nellie

Tweet This is goodness in a glass! With beautiful berries and mangoes in season over these warmer months, we’d be mad not to get a little fix as often as we can. Not only are berries wonderfully delicious and naturally … Continue reading →

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Pancake Tuesday fun

Posted on February 21, 2012 by nellie

TweetShrove Tuesday means Pancake fun The history: Shrove Tuesday is celebrated today, on this last day before Lent. In earlier days there were many foods that observant Christians would not eat during Lent such as meat and fish, eggs, and … Continue reading →

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Garlic paste magic

Posted on February 19, 2012 by nellie

Tweet This garlic paste may become one of your secret weapon’s! I love my food and cherish my time in the kitchen but just like you, my life is a busy one and you have to have a few tricks up your … Continue reading →

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The Wagyu burger

Posted on January 18, 2012 by nellie

TweetA great burger is one of life’s great pleasure’s. I love eating with my hands. I love to feel the food, to taste the food, to have full control over how wide I can open my mouth and stuff that great … Continue reading →

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Toasted Pepitas and a super start to 2012

Posted on January 9, 2012 by nellie

TweetHappy New Year to you all! Wishing you love, health and happiness – may it be a wonderful 2012. This New Year’s / Summer break, I am in a very conscious state of mind to ‘slow it down’. I have … Continue reading →

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The best zucchini fritters & a minty Mojito for Christmas

Posted on December 22, 2011 by nellie

TweetHow’s your ‘to do’ list going this week? I wanted to give you a little something that you can whip up and enjoy during this busy Christmas week. I can tell you first hand that these tasty zucchini fritters are … Continue reading →

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