RECIPE: GLUTEN-FREE CLASSIC VICTORIA SANDWICH CAKE
Follow my recipe for this knockout gluten-free Victoria sandwich cake and discover for yourself why you won't be able to settle for just one slice!
THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF 2023: WEEK ONE – CAKE WEEK
Well there we have it: week one of The Great British Bake Off 2023. Done. And (at least for me, anyway), it didn't disappoint. All the elements of GBBO we have come to love so dearly were there: jeopardy, joyfulness, nervousness and plenty of baking innuendo. Boom!...
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OVER-EXCITED BAKER ALERT: BAKE OFF IS [FINALLY] BACK!
It's back. Tonight. And I couldn't be more excited. The Great British Bake Off. Series 14. Week One. Bring on the cakes! It kicks off tonight at 8pm on Ch4 and, in keeping with tradition, starts with cake week. I love a bit of cake, me...
SPOTLIGHT ON EGGS AND THEIR ROLE IN GLUTEN-FREE BAKING
In this article I shine a spotlight on eggs and their role in baking. From the composition and structure of an egg to its many and varied uses in baking. Understanding the functionality of the egg can help you make better decisions as a baker...
SPOTLIGHT ON SUGAR AND ITS ROLE IN GLUTEN-FREE BAKING
Love it or loathe it, sugar has a role to play in gluten-free baking. This article is about helping you to understand the role of sugar in baking, the different types of sugar available and the characteristics each one imparts on your baked goods.
THE INSTITUTION THAT IS THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF (A POTTED HISTORY)
It probably won't surprise you to learn that I am a huge Great British Bake Off (GBBO) fan. I have watched every single series (there have been thirteen so far) and I have many a fond memory from each of them. Here's my potted history of GBBO...
BAKING EQUIPMENT BASICS: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
You don't need kitchen cupboards fit to bursting with all the newest, fanciest baking equipment to be a great home baker. But having a few good quality basics will set you well on your way to turning out great bakes, time after time. Here’s what you should consider buying to bake yourself happy at home...
CHATTING BUSINESS AND BAKING ON THE BBC (AND MY TOP BAKING TIP!)
I was recently invited in to BBC Radio Northampton to chat with Daisy-Belle about the bakery and how and when I started the business. The station is great at championing local businesses and community groups and we are really very fortunate to have this support...
RECIPE: GLUTEN-FREE DIY CAKE RELEASE FOR GREASING CAKE TINS
Use our simple recipe to make a pot of gluten-free cake release, which will keep for months and can be used to grease all your cake tins and baking trays.