Apple chutney

A simple recipe for apple chutney.

PHOTOS: Omani Forts 2015

This time last year James and I visited Oman for two weeks. There were some amazing sights, great people, and delicious food to try. Here’s a few pictures from one day’s fort exploring.… Continue reading →

VIDEO: New personal record 107kg deadlift

This weekend I managed a new personal record (PR in fitness circles apparently) for the deadlift – 107kg. That’s 16 stn 11 1/2 lbs in old money. I’m pleased. Apologies Instagram chopped off… Continue reading →

PHOTOS & VIDEO: City of the Unexpected – Roald Dahl 100

Cardiff was vibrant, amazing and inevitably very busy today. There were performances and sculptures and music – all celebrating the amazing work of Cardiff-born children’s author Roald Dahl.  Here’s a few snippets from… Continue reading →

Stuffed Lambs’ Hearts

Originally posted on Cardiff Castle Garrison:
At Joust! we decided to have a go cooking some less popular cuts of meat. We went straight to the heart of the matter (ha!) and asked…

#leftoverlunches Cream of mushroom and spring onion soup

Rather than throw out some lovely leftover veg and salad (and a tiny bit of cream) I decided to cook up some tasty soup for James’s and I’s lunch tomorrow. Step 1) Chop… Continue reading →

A vegan dish for a medieval palate

Originally posted on Cardiff Castle Garrison:
While most medieval peasantry were not feasting on meat every meal – they probably didn’t cater for vegans either. Along with vegetables, a typical medieval diet in…