decorated cupcakes

Cupcakes - Dad's Delicious Bake Off

The little lady decided for her Egyptian Topic Homework this week she would make cupcakes, with little pyramids on top.

Not to be outdone. The middle boy, in turn, wanted to make some cupcakes of his own.

One thing led to another and we now have enough cupcakes to feed a small army.


Easy Prawn Jalfrezi Recipe

Easy Prawn Jalfrezi Recipe

This easy prawn jalfrezi recipe could easily be upscaled for more people by slightly tweaking the ingredients.


One pot chicken and vegetables

Chicken with olives and tomatoes

I need quick and simple for tonight's dinner, we had loads going on and lot's of homework to catch up on.

This dish certainly didn't fail us. Simple and bursting with Mediterranean flavours.


scotch eggs

Homemade Scotch Eggs

When the lunch box's come back from school just as full as when they arrived at school in the morning, you know it's time for a change. They all love the shop-bought Scotch Eggs, so I thought I would save some money and give it a go making them.


Gingered Chicken Burgers

Gingered Chicken Burgers

Gingered chicken burgers are not only delicious, but they are fairly cheap and easy to make. Have a look at the recipe below and give it a try.


Easy Potato Wedges

Easy Potato Wedges

This recipe for easy potato wedges just uses potatoes (normally the cheapest supermarket ones), paprika for a little kick, salt and pepper.


easy chicken wings recipe

Crispy honey wings with a cheese and celery slaw

OK, tonight’s dinner was never going to be healthy and it came in at around £6, not £5. But it was tasty and I figured we can all be unhealthy once in a while.


Best Thai Spring Roll Recipe

Thai Spring Roll Recipe

Ever been to a Thai restaurant and craved those refreshing, flavour-packed spring rolls they serve as appetizers? Well, you can recreate that magic at home with this easy-to-follow recipe!

This post will guide you through making the best Thai spring rolls, perfect for a light lunch, a delightful side dish, or even a fun and interactive party platter. I will cover everything you need to know, from choosing the right ingredients to mastering the rolling technique, ensuring your first attempt is a smashing success


sweet and sour pork

Sweet & Sour Pork

A nice and easy one tonight. We have a few extras in the house today, with everyone trying to cram the most into the remaining few days of the school holidays.

To be completely honest I had most of the ingredients in the storecupboard and fridge. So all I needed to buy was the pineapple chunks and sugar snap peas.