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Celebrate Love Lamb Week (1st – 7th September 2026) with my PGI Welsh Lamb lasagne with Caerphilly Béchamel – perfect comfort food to ease you into autumn. As summer starts to fade and the first signs of autumn creep in, comfort food is coming back into its own. With Hybu Cig Cymru’s Love Lamb Week […] Read more…
This traditional Welsh onion cake recipe combines layers of potatoes and onions with leeks, thyme and mature Cheddar for a subtle flavour boost. Costing less than £1 per serving, it’s an easy, affordable and comforting dish with a crisp, golden top and buttery, tender layers beneath. If you asked my family to name their favourite […] Read more…
Celebrate Beef Week (23–30 April 2026) with this PGI Welsh Beef steak Caesar salad with wild garlic croutons – a simple yet satisfying take on a classic Caesar salad recipe, ready in around 45 minutes. Steak Caesar salad takes everything that works about a traditional Caesar and builds on it, combining crisp romaine lettuce, a […] Read more…
Looking for an easy way to bring everyone together this Easter? These lamb and leek rosemary skewers are a delicious alternative to traditional roast lamb, paired with simple sides and a relaxed approach to Easter hosting with help from Very. Easter is the perfect excuse to slow things down and gather around the table with […] Read more…
This easy no bake cheesecake-filled chocolate egg is the perfect Easter treat with a twist – on the table in less than two hours (including setting time)! If you’re looking for a fresh twist on Easter treats this year, these no-bake vanilla cheesecake-filled Easter eggs are a delicious place to start. A far cry from […] Read more…
I’m going back to basics with a recipe for traditional Welsh rarebit, also known as Welsh rabbit. Perhaps one of the most popular of all traditional Welsh dishes, Welsh rarebit is often likened to cheese on toast, but it’s much more than that! In this blog post, I’ll be answering some of the most commonly […] Read more…
When the weather warms up, there’s something particularly satisfying about reaching into the freezer for a refreshing snack that feels both indulgent and nourishing. While ice cream and frozen desserts often take centre stage, frozen yoghurt bark has quietly become one of the easiest make-ahead treats to keep on hand – and for good reason. […] Read more…
This ham cawl is a traditional Welsh gammon and root veg broth built around everyday ingredients and a slower, more considered approach to cooking. Created in line with the Welsh Government and Food & Drink Wales’ ‘Rooted in Wales’ campaign, it reflects the idea of choosing food that’s local, seasonal and close to home – […] Read more…
What if you could simplify the preparation of your favourite homemade bakes without losing the tradition behind them? Today I’m making one of Wales’ most traditional teatime treats – bara brith – using my new Thermomix® TM7. Don’t forget to PIN this recipe so you can find it once you’re ready to start baking! Few […] Read more…
Christmas morning tends to unfold at its own pace. Whether you wake up early to open presents or prefer easing into the day with a quiet hour to yourself, a relaxed breakfast sets the tone. It doesn’t need to be elaborate; a handful of comforting dishes can make the morning feel special, without keeping you […] Read more…
Cosy up with these chocolate crempogau, made with Naked Nutrition Chocolate Whey Protein Powder for a fluffy, indulgent stack of Welsh pancakes with a nutritious twist. Picture this: you’re sat in your Mamgu’s kitchen, huddled close to the stove as the smell of melting butter drifts through the air. A heavy bakestone rests on the […] Read more…