I’ve recently learned that renovating an old one is very different to installing a kitchen in a brand new home.  Having never, ever done anything like this before, there were massive lessons for me, everyday. November 2013, I began planning what was to become a major part of my life for 7 months. The renovation of…

For the last 3 years I have taken part in the Pink Ribbon Fundraiser held in the month of May (although I always manage to do mine first weekend in June!!) and arrange an Afternoon Tea in support of this charity. For me it’s not just about the women who are suffering and going through the many…

I had the best time recently on the Kenwood Stand at the Christchurch Food Show, re creating the Generation Game.   Using the Kenwood Chef, in teams of 2 we had to re create a meringue basket.   As you can see, the majority of my meringue ended up on the judges and   around…

Back in the Naki, this time for the Home and Lifestyle Expo.  It was really nice to get out of the rain and back into the sunshine, which my body needs, did anyone tell you, I’m Jamaican!   I cooked up Jerk Chicken on the Saturday and a beautiful Lamb and Salsa Verde on the…

In case you didn’t want to read all of it and just wanted a nose at the pics: Back stage at the Bowl watching Arrested Developments electrifying performance. Yeah! Sometimes, I just couldn’t contain myself – ha! Me and H, enjoying the back stage buzz! There would be no show without Karen, Jo and George…