Pain D’Epi
I love this stuff. It’s a really quick bread to make, is very simple and is delicious served warm straight from the oven with lashings of butter. The only complaint I have about it is that it definitely needs more kneading and proving time than the recipe calls for. Adapted from Lorraine Pascale’s ‘Home Cooking … Read more
Panettone French Toast
Oops I just realised it’s been nearly two weeks since my last post. My bad. I will say though that they have been two very hectic weeks sprinting across London and back between two jobs. Having cupcake orders coming in has also been a lot of fun and I hope they’ve been enjoyed as much … Read more
Brioche
This is the penultimate wonder from my Parisian adventures this summer. It’s buttery, rich, it’s sweet, and a total indulgence. One word. Nom. We did two versions: the first one with rum soaked golden sultanas, the second and definitely my favourite with chocolate chips. Brioche is an amazing breakfast, and it’s also really really good … Read more
Tomato and Herbes de Provence Fougasse
I learnt to make this at my wonderful baking and patisserie courses in Paris on the 6th and 8th of August. I think this is some of the best bread I have EVER eaten, so I tried to reproduce it last night for a bunch of friends I had round. It turned out really well, … Read more
Banana Walnut Bread
My favourite banana bread recipe is from the ‘Better Homes and Gardens’ New Cook Book. The flavours mesh together really well and there is nothing better than a slice fresh from the oven with a little butter scraped over it – a delicious breakfast treat! I have one in the oven at the moment and … Read more
