Christmas Gifts of the baked variety…. Let the madness ensue.

First time in 9 years I had Christmas off and I was able to visit my family in Berlin. Although it was a daily commute between different family members from Monday til Saturday, it was less stressful than expected. My personal highlight was spending Christmas Eve at my sister's with my niece (1) and nephew …

Santa has started dropping presents…

I guess the new year's resolution of 'less cake' is out the window! I have never heard of The Clandestine Cake Club before but apparently it's a thing! And if it has Nancy's approval of course I am in! Thanks, Lynn Hill for getting it all started!!! I am almost upset that I have been …

Mince Pies for Save The Children

The day had arrived and I had to get baking for Christmas Jumper Day! The week just whizzed by and I nearly forgot about it. Damn the Christmas Rush and all. I decided to use two of my mince meat mixes - the Brandy and the Amaretto one. For the Brandy mix I used Paul …