Random Likings

It's been a while since I've done one of these, primarily since I am primarily writing about flowers and weddings and haven't been doing the random research that I used to. Anyway... here are some random likings I have been sitting on for a while

1. Celebrities reading mean tweets on Jimmy Kimmel
This is the sixth installment of this very funny feature and worth finding 1-5 on YouTube

2. Great British Sewing Bee Series 2
I LOVED the Great British Sewing Bee and am so excited that series 2 is finally starting on BBC Two on Tuesday 18 Feb. It's about the only reality show I can stomach and, no, it's not just because Patrick is such a fox.

3. Cardiff Children's Lit Fest 8-13 April 2014

I love this festival. We went to a few of the events last year (most notably Tin Tin and Asterix drawing) and this year's line-up looks at least as interesting. I have my eye on Dennis the Menace vs Horrid Henry and the Murderous Maths. I think it's great for kids to see that authors are actual people and find out about what goes into creating their favourite characters and stories.


4. This Self Saucing Chocolate Pudding Recipe

It may be hard to believe now, but it won't be too long before we'll have to put away the comforting winter puddings. Before that happens, make sure you make this self saucing chocolate pudding. It's simple and delicious and you probably already have the ingredients in your cupboard.


5. Starfish Ring
Even though I can't say "starfish" without a little part of me sniggering, I really like this ring from Trinkettes

It's a Birthday Cake Bonanza!

I know, I know... yesterday's post was all about eating healthily because I'd had loads of cake over the weekend but today's post is about cake. Well, since it's cake related I know there is no need to excuse myself.

It's my birthday at the end of next week and I am debating what cake I want to make. Last year it was Boston Cream Pie which was tasty, but not spectacular as I was hoping. I have been perusing my Pinterest board for inspiration but I can't make up my mind. Please help! I want it to be pretty special - more dessert than mere cake.

This is what I have narrowed it down to:

Caramel Fudge Brownie Cheesecake

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Candy Apple Pie

Chocolate Midnight Pie

Caramel Brownie Trifle

Coconut Caramel Drizzle Pie

Better than Sex Cake 

I was considering profiteroles, but this looks even better!

What do you think I should choose, and do you have any other suggestions? Man, why do birthdays only happen once a year?

Meal Planning Monday - 23 April 2012

Hello! I am meal planning again after 2 weeks off. These school holidays have included plenty of

and, since my Mum is visiting from Australia, plenty of these;

and these;

 and a few of these

We also spent a week on the Isle of Wight. I had the nicest cream tea EVER at Chessel Pottery Cafe; plus the usual chips and ice creams. As a result, I am staying away from the scales as I suspect we would just get into a row.

This week's menu is will include lots of vegetables and no chocolate (well, not much, anyway...)

Chicken and vegetable stir fry with egg noodles

Pot-roast beef

Pancetta & Goat's cheese frittata (but with butternut squash instead of sweet potato)

Chicken & mushroom pancakes

Lion House Sweet & Sour Chicken

Remember to check out Mrs M's linky for more Meal Planning Monday posts. I look forward to catching up with him.