Recipes & Blog
I have a vision: To bake a better world.
I warmly invite you to join me on that quest. I will be posting recipes here that have nostalgic meaning and a human story behind them and I hope they will inspire you as you join me on this journey.
The simple act of baking brings a deep sense of well being and happiness. It’s a simple act but a creative one which has a positive effect on mental health. When I am in my kitchen, I am focusing so much on what I am doing in that moment that I forget the stresses and strains that might be worrying me; it’s almost like meditation!
Having created something though, the circle still needs to be completed. And that’s where the sharing comes in …
I created Sharing Deliciousness based on an ethos to foster community and togetherness by sharing what we create. We live in a society where loneliness and isolation abound but by sharing what I bake, I believe it will go a long way in developing meaningful and long lasting relationships built on the foundation of love and concern for our neighbour.
So please join me as I imagine a world where sharing a piece of deliciousness is the catalyst to break down those invisible barriers, to make someone feel special or to rekindle or find new friendships?
The best pumpkin pie ever
I am not sure why this is called a pie. Strictly speaking, I would say this is a pumpkin tart because when I think of a pie, it has a filling inside. Be that as it may, this pumpkin 'pie' is sublimely delicious. I've used butternut squash for my...
Calvados infused apple cakes
These little apple cakes are sumptuous and bursting with autumn apple harvest flavour. The Calvados soaked raisins are an optional treat and add to the depth of flavour - but if you prefer, and if baking for children, you could susbstitute this for apple juice....
Bramley & Egremont Russet apple pie
Classic, deep filled apple pie
Gluten free walnut cake
I have very fond memories of growing up in Zimbabwe enjoying this cake. My Mum always had something in the cake or biscuit tin and this was one of my favourites. I remember the enjoyment of it with a cup of afternoon tea (or three!) with my family out in...
Walnut cake
I have very fond memories of growing up in Zimbabwe enjoying this cake. My Mum always had something in the cake or biscuit tin and this was one of my favourites. I remember the enjoyment of it with a cup of afternoon tea (or three!) with my family out in...
Chocolate chip & pecan cookies
These cookies have a fabulous depth of flavour – caramel, chocolate, butterscotch – and they take on a characteristic crispy edge but soft chewy centre which is down to a combination of using dark brown sugar, melting the butter and by allowing the sugars to dissolve...