It’s funny how there are certain smells, sounds and tastes of childhood that are so comforting even as an adult. For me, this New York style crumb coffee cake is one of those things. It was always a special occasion thing in our house growing up and would be on the table at Easter, Mother’s [...]
This week has been a bit of a weird one weather-wise, with fierce winds and heavy rain, followed by warmth and humidity, followed by chilly air and sunny spells...every time I've ventured out, I've had to prepare for anything! When the weather is this unsettled, it makes me in the mood for comfort food! And [...]
This triple layer 'naked' cake with gingerbread sponge and espresso icing, tastes just like a gingerbread latte and would make the perfect festive centrepiece for your Christmas dinner or as part of a pre-Christmas afternoon tea with a glass or two of Prosecco! If you try my recipe, post it to Instagram and tag #awimbledonchristmas for [...]
A brand new weekly farmers' market has opened in Wimbledon and my family couldn't be more excited! Starting today the market will be on every Sunday from 10am-3pm and features loads of fresh produce, baked good, flowers, books, jewellery, food stalls and more! We arrived around 12.30 and the market was in full swing! There was [...]
September is the beginning of pumpkin (and Great British Bakeoff!) season and what better way to start feeling all warm and cosy than with my Pumpkin Spice Crumb Cake and a cup of tea! Ingredients •3 eggs, lightly beaten • 125g dark brown sugar • 225g sifted self raising flour • 75g olive oil •1tsp [...]
