French-style fruit tart

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French patisserie goes down a treat in the Rowe household; if Salmon is out fishing (he says) for the day, that is… Not always easy to get a good result, but Trota is very determined… Continue reading

Cranberry and apricot scones

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An invitation from Fifi doesn’t come around very often. That’s why Fidget has been pretty excited all week. And what better to take to her next vintage tea party than traditional scones… Continue reading

Hairy Bikers’ rosemary focaccia

Hairy Bikers Focaccia

The Rowes are big fans of the Hairy Bikers. They like their earthy no-nonsense approach, and although you will have to be patient, this focaccia is easy to make, very tasty and also very filling. What more could the Rowes ask… Continue reading

Biscuits

Using a paw as a cookie stamp…?  Not a good idea, Fidget…

biscuits

Despite the shaky start, Fidget has a good recipe for butter biscuits.  It was cut out of an Italian cooking magazine called Sale & Pepe – an old issue (date/issue not recalled) – but it has stood the test of time: tried and tested, always successful. If you would like to try it… Continue reading