Ice Cream makes it all better

Ice cream makes it all better or shall I say this is what Hollywood wants me to believe, because in every love story at some stage the girl with the broken heart, would do a midnight trip to the freezer and take out a tub of ice-cream. I can't say that I have ever done that because of a man, but I have taken a trip to the freezer tonight and it was for two reasons........

Problems with allergies? - Leaine's Kitchen will help out.

There are so many people with food allergies. I think with all the additives and preservatives we consume these days, a whole lot more people are suffering from some kind of allergy than in the old days. In the short while since I have been doing the radio shows on Thursdays,

I have received thousands of emails and messages from people desperately looking for recipes that are wheat-free, sugar-free, dairy-free or egg-free. Tough order, but someone has to do it!

Watermelon Sorbet - the first of many sorbets to come!

I was a sorbet virgin for many years, always dreaming of one day being able to make it myself. Then last year some time, I tried it for the first time and made Strawberry and Basil sorbet that was utterly delicious.

Apple Tarte tatin with chili ice-cream

Tarte Tatin is such a simple and classic recipe and yet, I have never tried it.....a sin, big time! I wanted something different though and decided to also try a chili ice-cream, just for fun.. The Tarte Tatin came out alright, although I would have liked more sauce. The ice-cream however was a pleasant surprise. At first you taste just the vanilla...and then at the back of your throat, it gives you a warm, burny fuzzy feeling. I liked it a lot.......