by Sheridan | May 8, 2026 | Biscuits, Cakes, Eggs, Recipes
Mother’s Day Meringue Kisses Looking for something elegant, easy to make and inexpensive to celebrate mum on Mother’s Day? These meringue kisses are perfect and can be packed into a small gift box tied with a ribbon. View Instructions InroductionAbout this...
by Sheridan | Apr 10, 2026 | Brunch, Cakes, Recipes
Tsoureki (Greek Easter Bread) While it was Easter Sunday for many Christians a few days ago, Orthodox Christians (who follow the Gregorian calendar) celebrate Easter next Sunday.While tsoureki is traditionally served at Easter (the three braids symbolising the Holy...
by Sheridan | Jan 7, 2026 | Cakes, Desserts, Fruit, MiniChefs, Recipes, Vegetarian
The Watermelon Cake This spectacular cake was the hit of summer, not just because of its Wow factor, but also because it’s gluten-free and (refined) sugar-free. Both the kids and adults kept coming back for more. View Instructions InroductionAbout this Recipe...
by Sheridan | Sep 13, 2025 | Cakes, Desserts, Picnics, Recipes
Lemon Poppy Seed Cake I just love this cake as it is moist and cuts well, an important factor if serving it for morning or afternoon tea or taking to a picnic. You can spoon the lemon glaze over whilst in the tin but it might be difficult to remove: the finish will...
by Sheridan | Mar 30, 2025 | Cakes, Desserts, Recipes
M’hanncha (Snake Cake) “‘The Snake’ is one of the glories of Moroccan confectionery, a treat not to be missed,” says Paula Wolfert in The Food of Morocco. This recipe is from her book and a good one to celebrate the end of Ramadan. I...
by Sheridan | Nov 17, 2024 | Biscuits, Cakes, Christmas, Italian, Recipes
Panforte This nougat-like cake, rich in nuts, candied peel and spices, is a Christmas specialty of Siena in Italy. Years ago, on a visit to the island of Giglio off the Tuscan coast, I came across an ancient version of panforte made with dried figs, nuts, cocoa, dark...
