Irresistibly Easy, Chocolate Custard Cookies

Irresistibly Easy, Chocolate Custard Cookies

These Chocolate Custard Cookies are so easy to make, which is a good job as they don’t last long when people start tucking in. They are great just served as a cookie adults and children both love them.

Easy to Make Thai Chicken and Prawn Soup.

Easy to Make Thai Chicken and Prawn Soup.

This Thai Chicken and Prawn Soup for me sums up the joy of Thai cooking. Been both fresh and light yet with plenty of substance in the flavour department.  

Make your own Exotic Flavoured Gin at Home.

Make your own Exotic Flavoured Gin at Home.

If you are a lover of long cool drinks, then this is for you. They are easy to make and all you really need is some space to store the gin while it is steeping and the patience not to get stuck in too quickly. I always fill hold of some 250ml bottles to use as Christmas presents, always welcome gifts.

8, Easy Summertime Fruit Drinks for all the family

8, Easy Summertime Fruit Drinks for all the family

8 Easy Summertime Fruit Drinks for all the family. If you are having a barbeque or just lying back enjoying the summer sun, there is nothing better than having a long cool drink on hand.

How to Make, Raspberry Slush Cooler

How to Make, Raspberry Slush Cooler

Halfway between a drink and a slush this Raspberry Cooler is a hit with children and adults alike.

In fact, you can serve it both ways at once. Spoon the sieved base into small containers as a raspberry slush for the children. Then simply dilute the rest of the slush into drinks for the adults.

How to Make, Elderflower, Apple and Mint Fizz.

How to Make, Elderflower, Apple and Mint Fizz.

This Elderflower, Apple, and Mint Fizz is the easiest of all our summertime drink recipes. No special equipment needed and only takes a couple of minutes to make. So, it’s a great standby if friends turn up unexpectedly and need a quick cooling drink.

How to Make, Classic Fruity Iced Tea.

How to Make, Classic Fruity Iced Tea.

Classic Fruity Iced Tea, the flavour of tea with a hint of citrus to cool you down. The infusion is made the day before, then allowed to chill overnight.

How to Make, Coconut And Pineapple Cooler, Quick, And Refreshing.

How to Make, Coconut And Pineapple Cooler, Quick, And Refreshing.

This Coconut and Pineapple Cooler works in a similar way to our Creamy Mango Milkshake. The sharpness of the Pineapple and lime is offset with the richness of the coconut milk and sweetness of the syrup.

How to make Chilled Watermelon Lemonade.

How to make Chilled Watermelon Lemonade.

Drinking Chilled Watermelon Lemonade brings back memories of sitting back in the sun, eating chilled watermelon slices.

As with most of these cooler recipes the base can be made in advance and finished later. We are adding soda water and stock syrup to the watermelon juice to add sweetness and fizz. If that’s not to your liking try using a good quality lemonade to mix with the watermelon juice.

Cooldown, with an Easy Creamy Mango Milkshake.

Cooldown, with an Easy Creamy Mango Milkshake.

This Easy Creamy Mango Milkshake is a guaranteed hit with the kids, and who doesn’t like a milkshake?

How to Make, Lemon Barley Water, a Summertime Classic

How to Make, Lemon Barley Water, a Summertime Classic

This easy Lemon Barley Water is a British classic and a must for any outdoor event. This is not difficult to make but takes a little time to infuse and chill. Make it the day before to let it get as cold as possible before use. Once you have tasted the real thing, you will never go back to shop-bought cordial again.

How to Make, A Family Citrus Peach Cooler.

How to Make, A Family Citrus Peach Cooler.

This Easy, Family Citrus Peach Cooler takes just a few minutes to make using ingredients you may already have in the house.

Discovering The Beautiful Isle of Iona.

Discovering The Beautiful Isle of Iona.

I don’t know if you’re like me , but every now and again a place inexplicitly moves you. For me the isle of Iona is one of those places.

The Isle of Mull, Enchanting Scenery, and Stunning Wildlife.

The Isle of Mull, Enchanting Scenery, and Stunning Wildlife.

If you are traveling to the west coast of Scotland don’t miss the chance of taking a trip over to the Isle of Mull. it’s the second largest island of the Inner Hebrides and easy to get to That makes it an ideal location for a few days of exploration or just relaxation. Very few places in Britain can complete with its combination of dramatic scenery, fantastic beaches and stunning wildlife.