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POTAGE OF PASSION

May 26, 2021

Written by Nicolas Fairford

A viewer from my YouTube channel recently recommended a book to me called ‘The Secrets Of Pistoulet’ - part story, part recipe book, filled with charming illustrations and surprises. It is an old book, published in 1996, but one that I will now treasure. Here is a recipe from the book - ‘Potage Of Passion’ - a tomato soup that is rich and delicious. Continue reading

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MY PERFECT DINNER PARTY RECIPES

May 14, 2021

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These are the recipes which were featured in my ‘Perfect Dinner Party’ Episode on YouTube. All three recipes are so simple - you can prepare everything in advance so that all you need to focus on is entertaining your guests. Continue reading

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LEMON & POPPYSEED CAKE

May 07, 2021

Written by Nicolas Fairford

Please enjoy this recipe from my ‘AFTERNOON TEA IN AN EDWARDIAN COUNTRY HOUSE’ VIDEO - which was recently uploaded on my YouTube Channel. This recipe is adapted from ohsweetbasil.com - I have used this recipe on a number of occasions and always find it to be deliciously moist and fresh!

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SPRING GIFT GUIDE

May 04, 2021

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With Mother’s Day coming up this weekend in the US, I thought that I would share a few gift ideas that are unique and thoughtful. So whether or not you are celebrating that wonderful woman in your life, these gifts are sure to delight your loved one and make them feel truly special.

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DELICIOUS FRENCH FRIANDS

Apr 30, 2021

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Borrowed from the French word meaning “Tasty Little Things”, Friands has become the English name for these deliciously buttery cakes. Ground Almonds are combined with flour and frothy beaten egg whites act as the raising agent. The addition of bright berries with a sprinkle of nuts or a pinch of lemon zest make them the picture perfect accompaniment for afternoon tea. One of the reasons I love Friands is that they can be frozen and if it’s afternoon tea for one you can still enjoy a beautiful, home-made but not over indulgent treat by removing only two or three from the freezer at a time. Continue reading

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PERFECT PICNIC RECIPES

Apr 23, 2021

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Here I have compiled all of the recipes from my Perfect Spring Picnic episode on YouTube. They are so easy to make but will truly delight and impress your guests. Enjoy! Continue reading

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SPRING CLEANING - A FULL CHECKLIST FOR YOUR HOME

Apr 16, 2021

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SPRING CLEANING - A FULL CHECKLIST FOR YOUR HOME

There is nothing I love more after a long, cold Winter than to open up the windows and deep clean my home. Although I do have a regular cleaning schedule that I stick to, a few times a year I like to completely blitz through every room and get my house in order, just in time for the warmer season. Continue reading

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MY ‘EASTER DELIGHT’ CAKE

Apr 04, 2021

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FOR THE SPONGE

150g (2/3 cup) dairy-free spread, plus extra for the tins

300ml dairy-free milk, we used oat milk
1 tbsp cider vinegar
1 tsp vanilla extract
300g (1¾ cups + 2 tbsp) self-raising flour
200g (1 cup) golden caster sugar
1 tsp bicarbonate of soda

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TORY BURCH’S CHIC CARIBBEAN RETREAT

Mar 31, 2021

Written by Nicolas Fairford

Tory Burch is pretty high on the list of women who I’m deeply inspired by. I am fascinated by people who create eponymous lifestyle empires, and Tory has certainly done that incredibly well. Although I was always aware of the Tory Burch fashion label, it was only through my admiration of another great woman, Bunny Mellon, that I really came to know and love Tory. Continue reading

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AN AFFAIR WITH A BOOK - a recent find that I think you will love!

Mar 03, 2021

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AN AFFAIR WITH A BOOK - a recent find that I think you will love!

Every month I like to treat myself to a new book and this time I really wanted one that was about just one house. These are my favourite types of decorating books - I think you can really absorb yourself in the true style of the person who lives there, and seeing how they live from day-to-day is endlessly fascinating. Continue reading

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