Elizabeth's Kitchen Diary
cooking up a storm at the edge of the world
This succulent, crispy-skinned duck breast is seasoned with cinnamon and demerara sugar and is served with a simple port reduction sauce with raspberries. In collaboration with Just a Splash. My husband, truth be told, doesn’t cook very often, but when he does it’s always something impressive, like sirloin steak (he makes the best steaks), coq …
Crispy bacon bits, grated mature Cheddar cheese, finely chopped spring onion, soured cream, and red chili make these savoury cheese and bacon scones perfect for corn chowder. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 12 minutes Difficulty: Easy Getting creative with leftovers My eldest son works in a local cafe. This means that sometimes, he comes …
Introducing three new items to my range of stylish kitchen accessories – a Le Creuset salt & pepper mill set and an oak round kitchen block. This post is in collaboration with The White Company I have been a big fan of The White Company for years. If I could afford to fit out my …
Baby button mushrooms, garlic, white wine, thyme and cream make for a simple but delicious gluten free tagliatelle sauce. In collaboration with Schär and their new gluten free fresh pasta range. #ad Following a gluten free diet doesn’t mean you have to give up the starchy foods you love – bread, pasta, cakes, etc. Here I …
In collaboration with #RobinsonsForGrownups. These lamb mince skewers are seasoned with toasted cumin, fresh mint and feta cheese are inspired by one of the new flavours in the Robinsons Fruit Cordial range for grown-ups, and they are perfect for a summer BBQ. I don’t know if it’s just me, but now that the clocks have …
A recipe & giveaway celebrating the release of Num Noms Series 5! Happy Easter weekend everyone! This week, in the lead up to the holidays, my children have been getting creative in the kitchen, celebrating the release of Num Noms Series 5! Num Noms, for those of you not in the know, are these adorable …
Fundraising for Cancer Research UK. One in three people in the UK will hear the words “You’ve got cancer”. That’s one person every two minutes. Although my recent biopsy results came back benign (I wrote about my experience here), I’ve subsequently learned that the type of tumour I have can often present as benign. The mixed cell …
In collaboration with Tariette. The fresh flavours of the mint and Mediterranean vegetables here are a beautiful match for a succulent, crispy lamb roast. The ease of being able to cook all of this dish together cannot be overstated, and for a roast, it’s quick too—easily under an hour. There’s very little prep, and the …
In collaboration with Pomora. Did you know that this week is International Sweet Potato Week 2018? This week, food bloggers all over America and Europe will be celebrating the wonderful versatility of the humble sweet potato. The sweet potato has its roots in Southern and Central America, where evidence dates back to their use for …
Because life’s too short not to take out the fine china. I’ve become a lady who lunches, on occasion now. I’ve been regularly meeting up with a few other ladies in the village for coffee, cake, soup, that sort of thing, over the last few months. I’ve really been enjoying our chats and get-togethers. It’s …
In collaboration with Garda Trentino S.p.A. Tourism Board. Travel stories. We love to tell them. The best thing about travel stories is that you get to live the adventure first, and then relive it each time you tell the story. Hotel Luise in Riva del Garda has been telling travel stories since 1959, and they …
Issue 27 of our bite-sized review series. One of the many perks of being a food blogger is the opportunities we get to try so many new and wonderful things from around the world. In our latest bite-sized review series, we taste test beetroot stem chutney from Walls, Shetland, street food from India, ghee from …
In collaboration with Ísey Skyr, the original Icelandic Skyr. If you’re looking for a quick and easy effortless dessert that has just the right amount of buttery chocolatey crunch and a light and fluffy filling, look no more – introducing my no-bake chocolate nut tarts with Icelandic skyr recipe! I’ve only ever spent five hours in Iceland, …
Fundraising for Cancer Research UK. I have learned how to slow down time! Have a biopsy and try to wait patiently to find out if you’ve got cancer or not. Those seconds will tick by on the clock like they are hours. Days feel like weeks. This is more of a personal post than you …
In collaboration with the Garda Trentino S.p.A. Tourism Board. Garda Trentino is a region in Northern Italy encompassing Riva del Garda, on the north shore of Lake Garda, Arco, Tenno, Nago-Torbole, Dro and Drena. It boasts a Mediterranean climate at the foot of the Alps, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventuring such as hiking, mountain …
My grandmother’s tried and tested sweet & sour meatballs recipe; a family favourite and super quick and easy to make too. Leftovers freeze very well, and this recipe can be batch-cooked. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 40 minutes Difficulty: Easy Nostalgic recipes You know those meals that take you right back to your childhood? …
A gift hamper review & giveaway worth £90 in collaboration with Tariette. Tariette is a new UK online grocer whose French produce is sourced directly from small, trusted local producers in Haute Provence. Their offering of regional products, from olive oil to chocolate, aims to reflect the seasons and showcase local traditions. All their producers …
A St. David’s Day recipe in collaboration with Food & Drink Wales. Happy Dydd Gwyl Dewi- St David’s Day! St. David is the patron saint of Wales who, during his lifetime in the 6th century AD, founded around twelve monasteries, including the Celtic monastic community at Glyn Rhosyn (The Vale of Roses) on the western headland of Pembrokeshire. …
A deliciously moist super chocolatey brownie baked with Creme Egg Easter eggs and drizzled with milk and white chocolates. The perfect Easter treat! The best Easter brownie recipe Are you looking for the ultimate gluten-free Easter bake? Even if you don’t follow a gluten-free diet (I don’t) I’ve got your back covered. These brownies …
#DrinkDifferent with Flavourly. Edinburgh-based Flavourly are a team of adventurers and explorers, dedicated to bringing drinks discovery to their ever-growing community. They were featured on the tv show Dragons Den in 2015 and they are successfully building the UK’s one-stop online retail shop across craft beer, gin, spirits, gifts and monthly discovery clubs. Last month …
