Rome: A Last Minute City Break
It turns out that there aren’t such things as last minute deals any more. Not in the way I remember, anyway. A few years back we walked into a Travel Agent a couple of weeks before we were due to go on … Continued
Review: Giovanni Rana Pasta
At this time of year, or actually at any time of year, it is vital for us to have some incredibly quick meal options available to us so we can eat something between work and whatever else we are doing … Continued
My Week in Photos 2 to 8 Dec 2013
2 to 8 December 2013 The sky over Lincoln looked as ominous as the wind felt on Thursday. This photo just doesn’t show how rough the Brayford was – I wouldn’t have wanted to be on a boat that day! … Continued
Recipe | Campbell’s Capsule Cupboard Challenge
After my post about my reliance on jars of sauce and being unable to find things to do with the ingredients I had in my cupboard, it seemed quite apt that I was invited to take part in the Campbell’s … Continued
Sacla Tomato Sauce and Pasta Shells
Back when I received the new Sacla Stir-Through sauces I also received another couple of new Sacla products – some tomato sauce and dried pasta. Italian Tomato Sauce We eat quite a number of tomato based meals that I will, … Continued
Capricorn Challenge – Pasta with Goats Cheese
I think goats cheese is my new favourite ingredient. Apart from being particularly tasty on its own, it also seems to elevate mid-week dinners to a new level. This time I used it alongside a jar of Sacla Tomato and … Continued
Sacla Stir Through Pasta Sauces
We eat a fair amount of pasta in our house. From pasta bakes, filled pasta, pasta with meals. It’s a really versatile carb that gives you energy (providing you don’t eat too much and end up feeling too heavy!). These … Continued
Pangrattato (Toasted Breadcrumbs!)
Ever thought that pasta bake lacks a bit of crunch? These are Sacla Pangrattato – toasted breadcrumbs with a whole load of flavour. I was sent a couple of pots to try out – a fiery chilli one and a … Continued