Show Me My Silver Lining

When I first saw the theme for today's Song Lyric Sunday I could not help but think of a song that my nephew plays regularly. It is a track I have grown to enjoy myself. But it was a blogging friend of ours that brought this tune to this house. So I was convinced she …

Kaiken Malbec

There is a shop at the end of our road that sells, amongst other produce, bottles of wine averaging £40. I rather resent spending that much money on wine. However, they also sell a wine that we have fallen for for a more modest £13.50. Kaiken Malbec has everything you would want in a red …

Ginger Cream Biscuits

For some time, I have had this recipe which I gleaned from the Waitrose magazine. I kept on forgetting to buy ground ginger, but eventually my memory kicked in and I decided now was the time to get baking. They made for a delightfully indulgent treat, although I wish there had been more of a …

Brushes Her Long Blonde Hair

As soon as I saw Jim's theme for Song Lyric Sunday, I knew the song I wanted to feature. My terribly romantic husband has been singing these words to me for weeks, cheering me up after sad events at the start of this year. Nothing is quite as wonderful as somebody you have been married …

The Berry Company Blueberry Juice With Baobab And Grape

One day while placing our online shopping order, I decided to add some new juice selections to our cart, simply so that I could taste them and write an authoritative post to report to you how they suited my own personal palate. Why I feel this inclination to become a home-made reviewer/critic of beverages, I …

Green Tortilla

Whenever I think of a tortilla, I think of trips to Spain. How many cafes have presented us with wedges of bocadillos de tortilla, which are very tasty, although also rather stodgy. I wanted to try this Waitrose recipe for a green tortilla because it was so packed with veggies and herbs. My kind of …

It’s Gonna Take A Superman To Sweep Me Off My Feet

Today's Song Lyric Sunday theme includes feet, and oddly, I have discovered just how many of my favourite songs surprisingly mention the word "feet". I picked one that picks me up and energizes me. Of course the truth is that Robert alone was able to sweep me off my feet - and in real life …

Gordons Non-Alcoholic Gin & Tonic

Oh we do like a G&T...but we are indulging less and less in spirits. I just love a beverage that is not laced with a sugary taste, and so a Gin & Tonic has always suited my palate. There are plenty of non-alcoholic gins on the market these days to be able to create your …

Spicy Cabbage, Carrot And Egg Rice Bowls

I try to pick up the Waitrose magazine each month and flick through looking for recipes. I particularly look out for something different from our usual cuisine. I like a little variety. I picked out this recipe and when I showed it to Robert, he did not seem keen. So instead, my nephew Wills and …

Old Worn Out Suit And Shoes

I am looking forward to discovering the song choices for today's Song Lyric Sunday theme. I have opted for "suit" from the selection of words Jim gave us. I immediately thought of a song that I first heard covered by Dean Martin (but originally by Roger Miller). Roger Miller write a humourous song about a …