Whilst I love “properly made” coffee, there are occasions when instant will do nicely. I’ve been drinking the same brand of coffee for oodles of years. In fact, I would rather not have coffee at all than drink other brands of coffee. So, it has been a very pleasant surprise…
As you may know, I grew up in England. Each Sunday, along with many other families we always had a roast for lunch. The leftovers from the meat were transformed into one or two dishes later in the week. We always seemed to have the meats in rotation, chicken, pork…
On our first day in Split, Croatia, we meet Robert. He’s been busy organising tours for us during our visit. Before we set off to meet our guide Sonia, we have coffee. “Let’s go and buy a cake to eat with our coffee.” suggests Robert. It appears that rather than…
20th to 23rd June, 2013 I love visiting an agricultural show, especially as I am a country girl at heart. It’s fascinating to dip into farming life for the day. The time worn phrase “There’s something for everyone.” is true at the Royal Highland Show – Edinburgh’s annual Scottish extravaganza.
Yes. I live with a vegetarian. And yes, I like haggis. I like the meaty, sheep’s stomach, bits of blood and guts version. I also really like the veggie version. Particularly MacSween’s veggie haggis. A good few years ago, you could buy wonderful Indian patties filled with vegetarian haggis from…
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An academic friend of mine, Professor Hazel Hall teaches a class at Edinburgh Napier University on Knowledge Management. At the start of the course, she announces that the class will be learning to knit. Some of the students get written instructions, some get instructions with illustrations and the remaining ones…
Nairn’s oaty heritage dates back to 1888. Over recent years it has quietly established itself as the champion of those seeking a gluten free or wheat free diet. We’re rather fond of their oatcakes, and in particular the lovely Oaty bites (so very moreish) so we were very happy to…
This post was written in 2013. Please visit the Flavourly website for up to date information Who doesn’t like receiving packages through the post? Much of the time we’ve made the order online and you know what’s coming through your door. The idea of receiving a box of foodie goodies…
For the last few weeks, hundreds of cars have been snaking into the Krispy Kreme take away in Edinburgh. It’s hard to understand the charm of a sweet, calorie filled, expensive doughnut. But maybe it’s the drive in that’s part of the appeal? Diners who live in an around Linlithgow…
