Monthly Archives: February 2013

The Joys of Spain: almendras, tortillas y unas copitas

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Louise

Recently someone asked me for restaurant recommendations in Andalucía, where I lived for three months in 2009. I had to admit that I had very few, mainly because why, in a land that entertains standing up, not sitting down, at … Continue reading →

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£15 week: can it be done and how does chorizo and cider help?

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Louise

£15 then, a possible feasible budget for two people for a week? Well, yes and no. Yes, because I made four main meals: a) sausage ragu, b) this risotto (not recommended; overwhelmingly rich and salty), c) this cheese soufflé (ALWAYS … Continue reading →

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The £15 week: sausage ragu with thyme and caramelised onion mash

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Louise

After Monday’s post I had a Facebook exchange with a friend about how to eat better for less. I mentioned to him that I’d been spending about £15 per week on food, even though I’m staying in, and therefore cooking … Continue reading →

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Frugal February

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Louise

January, it seems, is not quite long enough. At least not long enough for me to share all the frugal tips that I seem to be learning. Focusing on my store cupboard, on what I have rather than what I … Continue reading →

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