I hope you had a wonderful Christmas! I thought I would sum up this year with a reflective post. I believe this is such a good time for us to reflect on where we are now and where we want to be. 2019 has definitely been a rollercoaster; I've probably learnt more about myself in [...]
Month: December 2019
Chatty Week – What Christmas Means To Me
Christmas. It means something different to everyone. For some it can be the most magical time surrounded by friends, family and loved ones, filling up on all the best festive treats and dinner. Meanwhile for others, it can be the most lonely and difficult time. Some dread spending the whole day alone, not even being [...]
A Festive London Trip
At the start of this festive month, I went to London to visit my uni friend - Jacob - and we had an exhausting, yet wonderful time exploring the Christmas-y capital! I don't often get the chance to visit London, mainly because I don't have any reason with work and friends being outside of it. [...]
Help! Budget Christmas Present Ideas 2019
Not long 'til Christmas! Bit of a budget? This post is something I would have wanted to see each Christmas as it gets closer when I'm running out of ideas, or simply don't quite have the pennies. My aim is to give you a few last minute ideas which will be appreciated by all, whether [...]
Easy Gingerbread
Biscuits! A perfect, classic bake for Christmas How can it be Christmas without some sort of ginger invention in the house?! Whether it be gingerbread loaves, cakes or biscuits, it is the ultimate spice to get you in the festive spirit! I can't remember how I came across this recipe, but it's a good one [...]
Spiced Squash and Sweet Potato Stew
A warming recipe: spiced stew and soup amalgamation! Butternut squash, sweet potato and tummy warming spices! Another in my #soupseries! When I tried making this the first time round, I basically made sweet potato and tomato mash... a bit basic. It didn't taste awful, but it wasn't exactly amazing, so I've amended it to make [...]
Winter Warmer – Raspberry and Pear Crumble with easy Vanilla Ice Cream
I am so excited to share this winter warmer recipe with you - raspberry and pear crumble with super simple vanilla ice cream, yumm! The consistencies are just right, with a crispy and delicate crumble topping with my magic find - Weetabix! - and balance of soft pear and raspberries, served with homemade vanilla ice [...]