The Delicious Miss Dahl

Just watched the first episode of The Delicious Miss Dahl” on BBC 2. Ohh, it is so yummy.  From her claim that starting your day with an Arnold Bennet omlette will ensure a wonderful day, to self indulgent treats,  "My Perfect Dinner," martinis, all are easy, charming and healthy-ish.  The format is personal, with delightful illustrations, hand scribbled text, recipe cards, her lovely trenchcoats, black dresses, sweaters, and images of home, hearth, food, natural flower arrangements and ... foods. Of course, immediately after watching, ... I speed into the kitchen to whip up some treats.  Sophie Dahl is having fun and sharing her secrets - click here for the recipes - but the visuals are lost, you do need to watch the story develop, so try to catch the next episodes, indulge yourself and enjoy every bite.

Inspiring Valentine's ideas

The above "chunky cutting board made from French oak" seems like a special way to enjoy fresh bread on Valentine's Day and all year long ... from MAGAZYN, in Antwerp.In "Liberty's" newsletter, among other wonders, are cake decorating classes especially for Valentine's Day with Mich Turner of the Little Venice Cake Company. I hope you enjoy all the delicious, lovely and imaginative images, and maybe, someone will make it to the workshop!

Family quilts used for wedding decorations

Following on my quilting moment, click here to view an inspired wedding, where, among others, quilts made by the bride's great grandmother and aunts were scattered around adding to the festivities in unexpected ways.