5 Christmas spices for baking gingerbread and making mulled wine. Think cinnamon, vanilla

5 Christmas spices for baking gingerbread and making mulled wine. Think cinnamon, vanilla

Some spices trigger instant winter warmth, which is why we associate them so much with winter festivities like Christmas. For anyone discovering the fine art of festive baking, these are the five spices you are most likely to encounter in sweet recipes. 1. Star anise Finely ground star anise is used to flavour gingerbread and … Read more

Nigella Lawson’s apricot almond cake is so fragrant and bakes in 40 mins

Nigella Lawson’s apricot almond cake is so fragrant and bakes in 40 mins

Nigella Lawson shared in Simply Nigella the recipe for a simple yet fragrant cake that is light and fluffy, and that all your guests will love. According to the star chef, this dessert is “simple, beautiful, fragrant and beguiling” and it serves eight to 10 people, making it ideal for any gatherings this summer. How … Read more