Are you looking for a weekend escape filled with dramatic coastlines, charming villages, and delicious local fare? Then look no further than the Isle of Mull, Scotland’s second-largest Inner Hebrides island. Getting There I begun my journey to Mull with a scenic drive through Inveraray, a picturesque village known for its Georgian architecture and stunning…
Skye High: Adventures in Scotland’s Isle of Skye
The landscape on the Isle of Skye is simply breathtaking. With each stop, I was more and more amazed by the natural beauty of this place and the magical aura it radiates. I know I say this about every place I visit but the Isle of Skye is a must visit when touring Scotland…let me…
Mixed Grilled Vegetable Pearl Barley & Chicken Salad
This dish is packed with flavor, color, and all the essential macronutrients for a balanced diet. Plus, it’s great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Ingredients (serves 2 people): 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 80 grams pearl barley 200 grams spinach 1 red bell pepper, diced…
Plum Perfect
Move over, sugary desserts! This recipe is here to prove that healthy can be just as delicious (and maybe even more!). Introducing Plum Perfect, a delightful treat featuring juicy plums as the star ingredient. It’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without going overboard on sugar. Now let’s dive into the ingredients and method for…
Here’s to a New Chapter!
Hey everyone! It’s been a bit mental getting this blog off the ground. Turns out, translating my excitement into engaging content without going full-on mush-fest is… well, a challenge! But hey, you know me – a little sentimentality is part of the package. For over a decade, I lived and breathed capturing weddings through my…
A Weekend Wander Through Edinburgh’s Cobbled Charms
Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, is a city steeped in history and legend. From the towering Edinburgh Castle to the cobbled streets of the Old Town, it’s a place that captures the imagination. So for my birthday this year I decided to take a tour around its cobbled streets and soak up its charm. There…
A Walk to Remember: Conic Hill
Have you heard about a chap called John Muir!? Well…up until yesterday I hadn’t. So let me give you some background info on this amazing man also known as John of the Mountain (what a great name!!), the father of all National Parks in America. John Muir was an influential explorer, mountaineer, geologist, naturalist, inventor,…
Banana Loaf
INGREDIENTS 100g butter, softened 175g caster sugar 2 eggs 2 ripe bananas, mashed 225g self-raising flour 1 tsp baking powder 2 tbsp milk METHOD Lightly grease the loaf tin and line it with non-stick baking parchment Pre-heat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4 Measure all the ingredients into a mixing bowl and beat for about…
Beetroot Brownies
INGREDIENTS Serves 12 – Approx. 255kcal per slice 500g whole raw beetroot (3-4 medium beets) 100g unsalted butter, plus extra for the tin 200g bar plain chocolate (70% cocoa) 1 tsp vanilla extract 250g caster sugar 3 eggs 100g plain flour 25g cocoa powder METHOD Pre-heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 Peel the beetroot (about…
Ciambella al Caffè & Cioccolato
INGREDIENTS • 3 eggs • 230g sugar • 180g unsalted butter • 150ml espresso coffee • 380g self-raising flour • 16g baking powder • 100g chocolate pieces METHOD Lightly grease the round tin with butter & flour Pre-heat the oven to 180°C/Gas Mark 4 Measure all the ingredients and add them into the mixing bowl…
