happy easter cake.

Hope you're all enjoying the start of spring and making and baking some Easter treats. If you haven't made anything yet, here's a little Easter cake to hopefully get you inspired! Showcasing alphabet cutters, piping nozzles, various stampers and a swizzling cake stand - I thought I'd have a go at sugar craft.

cherry cava granita.

Perfect for this beautifully sunny British Summer we're having; ice cold frozen cherry Cava granita. The ideal mix between a cocktail, cold drink and dessert, this delicious cherry infused recipe is both refreshing and tasty. Oh, and so simple too! Impress your guests by making these Spanish inspired frozen Cava granitas beforehand and finishing with a deliciously juicy Jerte Picota Cherry or two.

The Picota Cherry story begins in the beautiful Spanish valley of Jerte, 200km west of Madrid. The area is famous for the incredible annual cherry blossom of over million trees - it must be a beautiful sight to see as the colour of the valley transforms from a dazzling white to colourful bursts of red and green.! The Picota Cherry blossom and harvest follow a 100% natural growing season, which is why the arrival of the Picota Cherry changes each year. 

same delicious mr kipling slices, exceedingly less sugar + giveaway.

Ever fancied one of your favourite Mr Kipling slices with just a few less calories? For those who still enjoy a sweet treat but are looking to cut back a little on sugar, their latest addition could be just your cup of tea. Mr Kipling have brought out their famous Angel Slice and indulgent Chocolate Slice recipes, just with 30% less sugar. And guess what, they still taste dreamy too.

Packed up in individual snack packs, the alternative treats are just the ticket for on-the-go or with an emergency cuppa. If you scroll on, you can find out how you could win a hamper to try for yourself, thanks to the lovely Mr Kipling family.

a taste of summer with mr. kipling + giveaway.

Brighten up your Great British Summer with tasty treats from Mr. Kipling! Think a pretty pink twist to the beloved Bakewell, a trifle inspired iced slice and French Fancies with the flavours of Wimbledon. To celebrate their ‘Exceedingly Good Summer’ range, I've teamed up with Mr Kipling to feature a few of my faves as well as host an exciting giveaway. If you love Bakewell tarts as much as I do, this one's for you.

the craftmen's dinner: michel roux jr meets ridgeview winery.

The Craftsmen’s Dinner is a short film series perfect for food lovers and those who appreciate craftsmanship and the artisan. Starring Michel Roux Jr, each of the six films takes your on a foodie journey through the nation's ‘masters of craft’ within their respective fields. From smoked salmon to knife makers, the videos have been created in partnership with The Balvenie whisky to embrace Britain's best artistry.

In the latest episode of the series, Michel Roux Jr meets Simon Ridgeview of leading wine makers Ridgeview Wines based in Sussex. One of the foremost producers of English sparkling wines, Michel is keen to see how English sparkling wine measures up against French Champagne.

5 things to look forward to at the bbc good food show winter 2015 + a ticket giveaway!

It's that time of year again... the BBC Good Food Show Winter is upon us! Full of festive treats, jam packed with kitchen gadgets and brimming with baking goodies, foodies, chefs and food bloggers alike gather to explore the latest offerings from the food community. Here are five things to look for this Winter 2015. Plus a little ticket giveaway and discount code for my readers...

mextrade mexican night + giveaway!

As you may know, I love a chance to host a themed night! I've been to known to enjoy a loaded bowl of nachos with a slow cooked chilli and lime infused rice - who wouldn't? So when the lovely lot at Mextrade sent me a selection of their spicy goodies, it made perfect sense to whip up some guacamole and get those Coronas in the fridge!

laura ashley easter collection 2015.

Introducing the charming Easter gift collection from none other than Laura Ashley. Growing up, my mum used to make all sorts of dresses and homeware from Laura Ashley fabric, synonymous with British charm and designs influenced by all things countryside. These days, I love pottering about in the accessories section of their shops trying to resist buying floral duvet number 8374940. So you can imagine my joy at the most recent Easter collections, with and exciting giveaway for my readers too.

The delightful range features Easter bunnies, chocolate eggs, luxurious truffles and Easter chick marshmallows, all in an endearing pastel palette reminiscent of Spring. You could easily find a fun Easter gift for a child as well as something mum would love. 

olive it! chorizo and olive skewers + win a cookery class with omar allibhoy.

I just love tapas. Second to sushi, it's probably one of my favourite meals to share. (Or sometimes, not share). The smoky flavours of paprika, the abundance of olives, fine Spanish meats, crispy calamari, stacks of Manchego cheese and wholesome paella, all washed down with a rich and fruity red. 

Hungry yet? Me too. If you love tapas as much as me, this prize is right up your street; the chance for you and a friend to win a cookery class with spanish chef Omar Allibhoy, in collaboration with Olive It!

cardamom and coconut french toast + george foreman giveaway.

i think i've had a craving for french toast ever since i didn't get to a chance to go to le schmuck in paris earlier this year. the idea of sweet crunchy bread with a hint of spice and a dollop of good quality ice cream sounds like a dessert i would devour in seconds. i just hadn't really considered that i could make it myself. 

enter the new style george foreman, which i was kindly gifted to try out. at first i thought oh yes i've heard you can do all sorts of healthy grilling recipes on these. then i read the recipe book and saw french toast. sorry heathy eating, the naughty side of gastronomy wins this time. 

olive it! recipe book giveaway.

a delicious ensemble of olive marinades and tapenades this beautiful recipe book will spark your imagination and show you how versatile and delicious olives can be. 

from innovative marinades to tantalizing tapas and tapenades, the simple and easy to follow book has something for everyone - irrespective of cooking ability - and for every season. this month you can win one of five olive it! recipe books packed with delectable recipes.