My daughter has just photocopied her head. I nearly lost the ability to breath I was laughing so much. ‘The giggles’ is something I have suffered from … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Soup with Cropwell Bishop Stilton and Crispy Bacon
Serves: 6 Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: about 50 minutes Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, sliced 300g potato, peeled … [Read more...]
Keep your pet’s heart ticking healthily
www.pdsa.org.uk/petinsurance 0800 980 6000 There’s no doubt about it, pets well and truly steal our hearts and build an unbreakable bond with us. One … [Read more...]
The Great Garden Tidy-up
September is an ideal time for a great garden tidy-up, while it's still warm enough to work outdoors comfortably before the inevitable freezing … [Read more...]
Milk, And Its Alternatives
Some people would have you believe that there is only one milk, and that is from a cow. But with the prevalence of IBS (irritable Bowel Syndrome), … [Read more...]
Nikki’s News
The summer holidays have been full on and by the time this reaches your doormat I expect I shall be glad they’re over. However, we did have a … [Read more...]
Neighbourhood Watch
Neighbourhood Watch is one of the most popular and successful crime prevention schemes and is built on the simple idea that by getting together with … [Read more...]
How to Propagate Roses
Taking rose cuttings is a really easy process as they will grow on their own roots. You can root the softwood cuttings in the open ground on a spare … [Read more...]
Peri Peri Chicken Burger Recipe
A real crowd pleaser, this Piri-piri chicken burger has a little spicy kick which is cooled down by the mayo and avocado toppings. Serves: … [Read more...]
Nikki’s News
Since we were last together I have done three new things. First, I have joined a pilates class. I’m not a fan of exercise and the thought of a room … [Read more...]