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Christmas Red Cabbage
A Christmas side dish that you can prepare in advance and will keep your hob free for gravy making.
Black Rice Salad
December 17, 2012
One last reasonably healthy recipe from me before the gluttony of Christmas descends. Ed created this black rice salad one lunch time which is greater than the sum of its parts.
Clementine Madeleines
December 6, 2012
These are a nice alternative to a mince pie. They give you that 'chocolate orange vibe' without having to tap-it-and-unwrap-it.
Baubles
December 4, 2012
This year I plan to hang baubles....from everything. *heads off to buy more*
Dark and Stormy
November 6, 2012
These short, cold days have me craving a 'Dark and Stormy'. Actually they have been making me reminisce about drinking cocktails in the sunshine in Bermuda. It's a magical place with turquoise seas and pink sandy beaches. We once spent a week zipping around the island on mopeds, swimming with dolphins...and drinking these.
Attic Studio
November 3, 2012
The attic is now fully renovated and in use as my new photography studio.
Brendan’s Normandy Apple Tart
October 29, 2012
I spent Friday at the Seasoned Cookery School on a 'Brilliant Bakes' course hosted by Brendan, finalist in 2012's Great British Bake Off. The day started off very well with a slab of Brendan's homemade granola slice and a cup of tea.
Lovely Letterpress
October 17, 2012
You may already know of my love of Letterpress and that I occasionally like to add to my collection with a print from Jacqui who created our things{we}make logo. Last week I happily spent a day in Jacqui's new studio learning a little more about the process.
Chocolate Cheesecakes
October 14, 2012
I know that all you want to do really is look at pictures of chocolate cheesecake. I aim to please.
Double Take
October 9, 2012
Evie and Nell try on many, many outfits and sparkle for the camera.
Posted in: Photography
Courgette and Chorizo Tarts
September 30, 2012
Tasty little individual tarts made with a thyme and parmesan pastry then filled with courgette and chorizo.
Plum Cake {Cheese Cake}
September 15, 2012
I took one bowlful of Victoria Plums from our little tree and turned them into a tray bake that has allusions of being a cheesecake.
Gift Box
September 13, 2012
I decided to make use of my new spindle moulder on this box for a friends upcoming wedding gift. The box sides are joined with hand cut dovetails, which people seem to like and should create something that will last for generations.
Lily is 1!
September 3, 2012
Lily's birthday party where she was pretty in pink.
Posted in: Claire, Photography
Stripy Beets and Feta
August 17, 2012
I love beetroot. Back in the 70's when on holiday I used to fill my plate with purple vinegary slices because it was something I recognised. These candy striped Choggia roots take my beety love to a whole new level.
Craven
August 11, 2012
Here is a selection of the series of images I produced for the Radio 4 police drama: Craven.
Posted in: Claire, Photography
utility shelves
antipasti plank
whisky cupboard
a case for books
favourite brownies
how to make a cajón!
funnel cakes
laab moo
reuben sandwich
Ed on the decks
massive meatballs
apple pie
sweetcorn fritters
all day pork
rillettes
just chilli
macaroons
Things we make 
December 22, 2012
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