Busy in the kitchen…what a busy time it’s been recently. We just got back from a family holiday in France – it was lovely! Sooo relaxing, the sun shone (well most of the time), the pool and the beach were great, the market was very interesting and the food and wine…delicious!

But a holiday soon wears-off when home again and busy. It was my Dad’s birthday a few days ago, so whilst the weather was keeping us indoors, the children and I made him a cake. He enjoys gardening, when he gets the time, so we were inspired to make a ‘vege patch’ cake complete with coconut grass, bourbon mud and icing veges, plus the little Happyland farmer to finish! We were all really pleased with it, and so was Dad – and it was v yummy too! So whilst I may not be a celebrity baker, a little bit of thought and effort can have great results…so get in the kitchen and get mixin’! xx

And here's one I made earlier...I made the pirate cake for my son's 4th birthday last February - definately got my 'signature style', don't you think...?!? xxx