The reality of big picture thinking

It’s not been a pretty sight in the potager for a while but the near perpetual rain since we came home has delayed the much needed clear up.  With the fine weather and a whole day to devote to my growing patch it was time to take the plunge and get things...

What it takes to reach peak baking peformance

I was kicked out of domestic science at school because it clashed with art.  Over the years I’ve convinced myself that had I chosen domestic science over art I would now be a more proficient baker.  Regretfully I was kicked out of art for some reason I...

The pains of labour weekend

Labour Day weekend is the traditional time that kiwis take to their gardens and start to knock them into shape.  It’s time to plant out your vegetable plants and start to think about your flower beds for the summer.  With the onset of some good weather it was...

What happens when the yellow perils are back

Despite the unseasonably bitterly cold weather there are definitely signs of Spring all around us.  The morning bird song is starting to compete with George the Rooster’s calls and things are springing into life.  The most noticeable change in landscape around...

How the sun can bring extra special delight

After another washout Sunday it was a delight to start the week with a sunny Monday.  Even if I know it’s going to be short lived I was determined to enjoy the day.  The bassets and I decided to visit the neighbours but they were busy with their snouts in the...