Air Fryer Roasted Nut Mix – ideal for gifting or for snacking anytime This air fryer roasted nut mix is ideal not only for gifting …
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Easy British Piccallili Recipe
Easy to make Piccalilli which is ideal for serving with sandwiches as well as homemade gifting this Christmas. What is Piccalilli? Piccalilli is a pickle …
Jack O’Bryans launch festive chocolate selection
Delicious hand made chocolates for Christmas On our visit to Jack O’Bryans (click here to read all about it) we tried some of Jack’s hand …
Christmas Cheese
Everything you need to know about serving cheese this Christmas Cheese isn’t just for Christmas, however if you are looking to curate the perfect Christmas …
Christmas meats from Swaledale
With their Great Taste Award rated meats, Swaledale Butchers is the place to think of when ordering meat this Christmas. With some thrifty cooking, you …
Bardinet Mousse Au Chocolat Cocktail Recipe
Following on from the Bardinet Tarte Tatin cocktail recipe, we now have another French dessert, Mousse Au Chocolat. Bardinet’s Mousse Au Chocolat Cocktail Recipe This …
Easy Clootie Dumpling Recipe
Easy clootie dumpling recipe made in a pressure cooker Just behind tablet, the recipe for clootie dumpling is one of those recipes that just scream …
Christmas Memories
This weekend saw both Edinburgh and Glasgow light up for Christmas and it got me feeling all nostalgic for visits to see the Christmas lights …
Crepe Suzette Cocktail Recipe
Following on from the Bardinet Tarte Tatin cocktail recipe, we now have another French classic dessert, Crepe Suzette. Bardinet’s Crêpes Suzette Recipe A classic dessert …
French “Desserts in a glass” cocktails from Bartinet
Planning Christmas cocktails? Here are some from French style brandy, Bardinet Bardinet Inspirations is a new release and is aged in oak barrels, giving this …
Christmas menu at Innis & Gunn taprooms
A look and taste at Innis & Gunn taprooms’ Christmas offering @foodieexplorers A look at what is on offer at Innis & Gunn taprooms this …
Budget Friendly Festive Feasting
Luxurious entertaining on a budget The festive season can mean lots of eating and drinking, but it doesn’t have to break the bank. I joined …
Easiest Pigs in blankets recipe
A Christmas dinner wouldn’t be the same without some pigs in blankets (or kilted pigs as they are also known). This is a simple recipe …
Our favourites from Fizz Feast Edinburgh Fizz
Sparkling wine for Christmas and New Year You might have noticed that we recently attended Wine Events Scotland’s Fizz Feast in Edinburgh. This is a celebration …
Christmas in a box
Gifting ideas delivered by post It seems like we have all become used to ordering everything online and Christmas presents aren’t any different. Here are …
Vermouth
An introduction to vermouth Vermouth isn’t just for summer, it’s a fantabulous drink to have all year round. Just like gin and rum, there is …
Advent Calendars for all tastes
Advent Calendars for everyone Whether you love chocolate, nuts, fruit, or seeking a vegan-friendly Christmas, here are 5 advent calendars from KoRo. All of these …
7 bottles of festive fizz for Christmas and New Year celebrations
Champagne expert reveals his top 7 bottles of festive fizz for Christmas and New Year celebrations. Peter Crawford of Sip Champagnes was recently crowned the UK’s …
M&S Christmas to order
Christmas Food to Order is now open at M&S This isn’t just Christmas, this is an M&S Christmas! Time is flying by and we have …
Chocolate for Christmas from Pump Street Chocolate
Pump Street Chocolate – Christmas Gift Selection Chocolate is always a great choice as a ‘foodie’ Christmas gift. Pump Street chocolate has a wonderful selection …
Drinks for Gifting this Christmas
The best drinks gifts for Christmas Gifting a bottle of someone’s favourite tipple can be easy best friend points at Christmas, but here are some …
Christmas Spicy Clementines
Christmas Spicy Clementines – a delightful combination Embrace the magic of infused spices this Christmas, such as star anise, cinnamon and vanilla. Clementines are classically …
4 Christmas dinner ideas
Tired of turkey? Chef shares his favourite 4 Christmas dinner ideas Last year, due to restrictions, we all entertained on a smaller scale, with many …
Pairing selection box chocolates with alcohol
Like the inescapable sounds of Michel Bublé, the multitude of Christmas themed hot drinks and the John Lewis Christmas advert, the arrival of the …