As I mentioned a few days back, I bought quite a few cookbooks while I was in London, and I’ve been putting them to good use since getting back. Somebody asked me ages ago for my cookbook recommendations, and I … Continue reading
Forget about the rice pudding. It was so rich that I nibbled about three tiny spoonfuls and then binned the rest. I really hate wasting food, but there was no sense in kidding myself that I was going to eat … Continue reading
You know how sometimes you pack a suitcase, zip it up, try to lift it, and wonder what on Earth could have made it so heavy? My journey back from the UK was not one of those times — I … Continue reading
We had a very nice time in Ireland, thank you. I thought I’d be able to update while we were there, but the computer/internet situation was not quite up to speed — just trying to read my e-mail was a … Continue reading
Hello there! I’ve really got a feeling of being back ‘at home’ now that I’m in London. It’s strange, but it just feels like I know what to expect better than in Minnesota, know my way around, recognize things, etc. … Continue reading
A warmer clime indeed! This afternoon/evening, I’m leaving for London, which is predicting temperatures in the 60s and 70s in its ten-day forecast. Compare to the snow that’s on my front lawn, and you’ll understand how exciting this is. Yesterday, … Continue reading
Yesterday was my mom’s birthday. The perfect excuse for creating elaborate and miniature cakes! The cake was just a basic chocolate sponge that I made by saying, ‘Let’s see, a cup of flour, hm. . . one egg. . . … Continue reading
Ah, this is better: I made (two) biscuits from scratch this morning, and they puffed up just like they were supposed to! I’ve got no history of loving American biscuits, but I was determined to have one come out properly. … Continue reading
Isn’t the morning light unusual? I usually eat breakfast long before the sun is up, but longer days + today’s bank holiday bring you the above photo. I thought it would be fun to have a fresh, fluffy Bisquick (American) … Continue reading
I was going to post some photos of the little recipe pin board I made, along with the banana walnut cake I baked this morning, but I’m feeling more in a listy mood. – The photo above is of my … Continue reading
