I never thought that I would run. When our kids were very small, we used to go to the park early on a Saturday morning and I cursed the park run under my breath - the runners took up all the parking spaces and the coffee stand was crazy busy after the run. If you… Continue reading My Running Journey
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My Cupcakes
While I made a lot of cakes during my time as a cake decorator, I also made a whole lot of cupcakes. If I'm honest, I enjoyed doing the cupcakes more than the cakes, especially the custom design ones. Here's a snapshot of some of the creations, which I was particulary proud of. Doing fiddly… Continue reading My Cupcakes
My Cakes
So, I had a small cake business for a few years. I specialised in Custom Cakes, predominately for kids - mainly Christenings, Birthdays & Communions. It might be interesting for you guys to see some of my work. So here's a peak at some of the Birthday Cakes. These are cakes that I made for… Continue reading My Cakes
Bake A Wish
I am proud to support Bake-a-Wish Ireland, a heart warming charity which aims to help children with life threatening and life shortening conditions, and their siblings, to celebrate a birthday or special day in style, with a stunning cake! This small gesture, often decorated with a favourite character, always brings a welcome smile to children's… Continue reading Bake A Wish
My first 5 mile
Looking at the times I do for 5k and the only 10k run that I ever did, I got the notion that I'd like to do my first 5 mile, in a time of 45-something. Nothing scientific about the number - but it had a nice ring to it. The run was busy, for the… Continue reading My first 5 mile
Lemon Traybake
This really is a very easy cake to make and gives a lovely lemon hit. The icing is delicious and works so well with the sponge. Recipe by Mary Berry, my baking hero! I love the book that this recipe was in, 'Baking Bible'. Ingredients: 225 g softened butter 225 g castor sugar 275… Continue reading Lemon Traybake
5 Mile Road Race
Run 5 miles, on a cold day in January? You must be mad. That's what I said last year. I remember, watching people do the 'Raheny 5 Mile' and wondering what the appeal was. This year, I signed up. Voluntarily. Sometimes, I surprise myself.
Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies are easy to make, so it's a handy recipe to add to your collection. Santa is quite partial to them, just so you know..... The recipe is very kiddie friendly. I got it a Children's Cook Book, called Baking with Tiny Tots. years ago and have made these cookies many times. Ingredients: 100… Continue reading Chocolate Chip Cookies
Valentine’s Vanilla Cookies
These Vanilla Cookies are easy to make and the dough can be frozen. The dough does not spread when cooked so are perfect for making shaped cookies using cookie cutters. Ingredients: 100 g butter at room temp ( I use unsalted) 100 g castor sugar 1 beaten egg (I use large) 275 g Plain Flour… Continue reading Valentine’s Vanilla Cookies
Mars Bar Krispie Squares
There are so many different names for these treats - but they essentially involve Mars Bars, Rice Krispies and are Square, so I'll go with this one. These squares are super easy to make and an impressive addition to any celebration or get together. They are addictive though, don't say I didn't tell you..... Ingredients… Continue reading Mars Bar Krispie Squares
The Cake Mum 