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BAKED PEACHES

I love to cook this, it is so summer. ….and easy, no! Really Ingredients 1 peach (white or yellow) per person. Marsala/Madeira or Amaretto Light brown sugar Amaretti biscuits … Continue Reading →

PEARS BAKED WITH MARSALA AND CINNAMON

These pears, were my contribution to the sharing meal with Cathy and Nigel. So tasty and so easy. Serve warm. I decided on Greek yogurt with a dash of … Continue Reading →

TARTE TATIN

When you make this, go for firm apples that will not fall about. It takes time do prepare the caramel. It needs to done over medium heat, taking your time … Continue Reading →

WHITE CHOCOLATE, CROISSANT BREAD AND BUTTER PUDDING

We love bread and butter pudding quintessential English. So, using French croissant seemed a step to far, plus the recipe cones from one of our least favourite TV cooks. James … Continue Reading →

MANGO AND STRAWBERRY SALAD

By Sheila Wilton
August 27, 2019
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Sheila is not a dessert person at all, maybe a Crème brûlée, preferring a fruit salad. This simple fruit salad with a splash of. tequila is a perfect foil for the … Continue Reading →

HOT STRAWBERRY PIE

By Sheila Wilton
April 22, 2019
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Sheila’s Mum used to make a soft strawberry pie, which according to Sheila always had a soggy bottom. So, it is interesting reading Simon Hopkinson’s introduction to … Continue Reading →

CREAMY MASALA CHAI CREME BRULEE

By Sheila Wilton
April 12, 2019
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Sheila isn’t much of a desert fan, but all things custard wins her over. I’m already there. This is an Indian twist on the French classic, and once again from … Continue Reading →

CREME BRULEE

By Sheila Wilton
April 11, 2019
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Never one for Gadgets but since getting a kitchen blow torch there is no stopping me and for me blow torch equals Créme Brulee. It is strange but for some … Continue Reading →

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DOMAINE DE SAINT-MAUR Ideally located in Anjou, the Domaine Saint-Maur is located on the hills that dominate the left bank of the Loire, the Thoureil, Maine and Loire. The vineyards of Saint Maur became the property of the CHOUTEAU family in 1962. Winegrowers and winemakers for several generations, we bring our passion and our know-how to the breeding of our vines. The main grape varieties that make up the 36 ha predominantly clay-limestone are theCabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon-Chenin, Sauvignon Blanc and Grolleau .

Manoir de Jouralem Manoir de Jouralem is a new stylish boutique bed and breakfast & Gite in The Loire Valley, France. Opened in July 2018, Mel & Hywel are English speaking owners living the good life with their young family and Tilly the wonder-dog. There are 8 hectares of grounds to explore, including the new natural swimming pool, walks through the woods, passing the flower garden, orchard and picnic area. They look forward to welcoming you for a well deserved stay, whether you are wine and food enthusiasts, keen cyclists, chateaux visitors or just need a good cosy rest.