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A taste of Japan with the Sous Chef Sushi Making Set

*I received this set for the purpose of this review. All opinions and photos are my own Sushi is something that I have eaten a few times from the supermarket but always felt too daunted to try to make myself. No need to fear! The Sous Chef sushi making set contains all the main ingredients […]

Feed the children so the parents can feed themselves

I am shocked and angry at the arrogant selfish people in Parliament who this week voted AGAINST feeding vulnerable children. Thankfully the communities around the nation are pulling together to donate to food banks and provide hot meals for the children who need them. The usual rhetoric of not having children if you can’t afford […]

Vegan roasted tofu

I have mixed feelings about a roast dinner. I like the tradition and am the first to admit that my roast potatoes are superb 😀 But vegetarian and now vegan options have always been a little disappointing. But now I have discovered that tofu roasts nicely, creating a chewy middle and crispy surface. The brilliant […]

Vegan and gluten free waffles

For my birthday last month, Chris bought me waffle plates for our sandwich toaster and I finally got round to trying them! I have never eaten or made waffles before so it was a bit of a learning curve, especially as I adapted the recipe to make it vegan! They turned out well:   This […]

Matthew’s meals: cottage pie

I confess that this is a bit of a cheat meal. I make this with bolognese leftovers so the only preparation is the mashed potato on top. Of course, when you are 9 and it is the first time you’ve peeled a potato, it’s a big deal! Chris always complains that this isn’t proper cottage […]