A couple of years ago, I really got into pie. I mean really. I started to obsess (yes, surprising) about the different types of pies which can be made. Apple Pie – which my mum makes a pretty exceptional one, Cherry Pie, Lemon Meringue, Coconut Cream Pie, Banana Cream Pie and of course Chocolate Cream…
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Meringue Roulade with Raspberries and Rose Water
I remember, not so long ago, someone making a comment about meringue being boring. I suppose, if you think about it, there isn’t much more that can be done, which hasn’t be done to it already. I, however, find meringue to be fascinating. The idea that egg, mixed with sugar can support a range of…
Banana Macadamia Nut Muffins
Across the street from my parents place in Canada, is an Italian deli & cafe. They have a great selection of foods, but one of their most popular is the Banana Macadamia Nut Muffin. So much so, my parents have been on at me to make something similar for ages. This is quite the big…
Lentil & Bean Chilli
A few years ago, around this time of year, I planned a birthday get together with a group of mixed friends. I say mixed in the nicest way. I was relatively new to Edinburgh at the time and had developed friendships with different sets of friends from the different aspects of my life. As a…
Aubergine Wraps with Sundried Tomato, Feta & Pesto
This has got to be one of my most requested recipes for a BBQ, followed by my Blue Cheese Burgers! Don’t be put off by the aubergine. My aubergine-detesting husband would agree… they are worthy. Many years ago, when I was living in London, I had a flatmate who let me do all the cooking….
The Food Obsessive 