Asda Extra Special Apple & Blackcurrant Crumble Cake

Asda Extra Special Apple & Blackcurrant Crumble Cake

Nothing says threesies in these cold winter months than a chunky slice of cake with a cuppa. In fact I think I have become part cake the amount that has been consumed in recent weeks. One of the more recently consumed was this Asda Extra Special Apple & Blackcurrant Crumble Cake. This golden beauty is generously filled with rich blackcurrant jam and smooth buttercream and hand decorated with a luxurious butter crumble. Sounds pretty perfect doesn’t it. Coming in at £2.85 you might have reservations that a cake this cheap could really deliver in quality. So let’s find out. Getting…

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Afternoon Tea at Vertigo 42

Afternoon Tea at Vertigo 42

As restrictions are being relaxed I wanted to share my little afternoon tea trip that I took back in February, which feels a lifetime ago! Despite my love of afternoon tea I’ve never had one in London. However that changed after the lovely team I work with surprised me with Afternoon Tea at Vertigo 42. Booking through Groupon was easy peasy, and it was recommended to book promptly so not to miss out on your preferred date, however there were ample to choose from. A train, a couple of tubes and a short walk and you arrive at quite the…

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A Spot of Afternoon Tea Anyone?

A Spot of Afternoon Tea Anyone?

Scones. Check. Crustless Finger Sandwiches. Check. Delicate Pastries. Check. It can only mean one thing….. Afternoon Tea. A time where you can get together around a smorgasbord of delectable delights, sip on tea (pinkies at the ready) and or champagne if you are feeling in the mood for a tipple. As far as themed weeks go Afternoon Tea week has got to be up there on the favourite list.  Monday marked the start of this quintessentially British week and here are some Afternoon Tea ideas for you. Prepare yourself because who knew there were so many varieties, it’s not just about…

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