Elizabeth's Kitchen Diary
cooking up a storm at the edge of the world
In collaboration with Higgidy. A good pie, to me, represents the ultimate in comfort food. That combination of crumbly, flakey pastry and a protein packed filling is the formula for a perfectly satisfying meal. As a young girl, my mother used to make the best pies I’d ever tasted. She would use my grandmother’s pie …
In collaboration with Love Food Hate Waste. This week is the second week of the Love Food Hate Waste #giveupbinningfood campaign for Lent. How are you getting on with it so far? Last week we shared plenty of tips and tricks for meal planning, something I had never done before then and really enjoyed creating. …
In collaboration with Love Food Hate Waste. I have a confession to make: I have never meal planned before. Ever. In fact, I’ve previously scoffed at the idea because, well, I like to think I’m a bit too spontaneous for such organization and attention to detail. What if, three days after I’ve planned and shopped …
Issue 20 of our bite-sized review series. This week has been all about the toasted breakfast. We’ve tried out new fruit toasties, the ultimate toasting bread, fruit and malt toasted teacakes and some gluten free crumpets. Plus, we’ve also got an absolutely amazing new toaster!
Smoky back bacon, red onions, Canadian maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce are slow-cooked to perfection to make the most delicious, sticky, multi-purpose bacon jam recipe. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 1 hour Difficulty: Easy Dear reader, I have listened. I’ve removed the pre-recipe blurb, and I now give you, straight …
A Redmond Multicooker recipe. I’m a big fan of French Toast. That slightly crisper outside encasing a creamy custardy interior and the whole thing sprinkled with icing sugar and drizzled with maple syrup. Sugar overload, I know, but for a lazy Sunday morning brunch, this ranks pretty highly. Last weekend I treated my family to …
In collaboration with Inspired Wallpaper. Fancy a room redecoration project? Wallpaper has made a big comeback over the last few years with a wide variety of patterns available. From simple subtle designs to bold statement walls, wallpaper can really transform a home. Inspired Wallpaper is the home of British-designed contemporary wallpaper and three prestigious brands …
In collaboration with SoundPEATS. I make no pains to hide the fact I go through fitness fanatic phases. I tend to take a break off during the winter months when it’s too cold and wet to play outside, but as soon as the weather clears I can be found out trekking or on my mountain …
One recipe for every week in the year! In collaboration with Avis. A Brief History of the Origins of Brunch The word brunch, as we all know, is a portmanteau of the words breakfast and lunch. Did you know what a portmanteau was? I didn’t either until I was researching this topic so I just …
Solo traveling in Bergen – tips & tricks to save a few kroner. Ever since I moved to Shetland I’ve been intrigued by our nearest neighbours across the North Sea. Shetland is closer to Norway than it is to Aberdeen in Scotland, and over the years I’ve met many a traveler and seafarer from the country, …
In collaboration with Love Food Hate Waste. Regular readers will know I am a huge supporter of preventing food waste in the home. My No Waste Food Challenge linky is in its fifth year and I am constantly amazed by the creativity of the tips and recipes shared by my blog readers. I am absolutely …
In collaboration with Specially Selected Pork. Here in Shetland, the light makes a rather dramatic return just after Up Helly Aa, Europe’s largest fire festival. All of a sudden it’s not pitch black in the middle of the afternoon and outdoor pursuits can last that little bit longer each day, weather permitting. Despite a recent …
In collaboration with ANA – All Nippon Airways. 一期一会 ‘Ichigo ichie’ is a Japanese cultural concept that literally translates as “one opportunity, one encounter”. This term reminds people to treasure each moment they are in as it will not happen again. Every experience is always once-in-a-lifetime. Even if you meet with the same group of family …
Once you get the hang of it, making your own fruit drop travel sweets is remarkably easy. You can colour and flavour these treats with your favourite flavourings or just leave them plain. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Difficulty: Easy One key component of a road trip is that little tin of …
Issue 19 of our bite-sized review series. It feels like it’s been a long, dark, windy winter. Every year I vow I won’t let my physical fitness slide, and every year, come September/November, things start to wane and the pounds start piling on. I get fed up of this sedentary lifestyle between Christmas and New …
In collaboration with Tasty Easy Lamb. I love a proper, hearty bowl of chilli, me. I also like my chilli to have a rich depth of flavour. It’s pointless to just bung loads of hot chilli powder into a beef mince base and chuck in a tin of red kidney beans, I feel. I want …
Ready in under 20 minutes this chocolate chip skillet cookie recipe hits the spot when you get that craving for warm, homemade chocolate chip cookies, but you don’t want a whole batch. This is my contribution to the online recipe bank for Valentine’s Day this year. A chocolate chip skillet cookie recipe, ready in under …
Issue 18 of our bite-sized review series. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner you might be wondering how best to treat your significant other (or just yourself!). Here are a few of my favourite things I’ve been trying out lately that I think would make for a super Valentine’s Day gift. With thanks to …
In collaboration with Emma mattress. My eldest son is going to be 17 this Spring. Where has the time gone, and how am I old enough to have a 17 year old?! Surely not! I also realised recently, that I had not redecorated my son’s bedroom since he was 8. Whatever possessed me, way back when, …
These smoked salmon and avocado maki sushi rolls are a quick easy, family-friendly introduction to sushi. They’re so easy to make even the kids can do it, and they’re perfect for packed bento box lunches. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Difficulty: Easy Smoked Salmon and Avocado Maki Sushi Rolls Have you ever …
