Category Archives: Drinks recipes

A Christmas cocktail: chocolate black velvet

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Louise

I bought myself a few cookery books in the States because, you know, there’s always room for one or two more. And I bought Mast Brothers Chocolate on the strength of two things: the absolutely beautiful photography and text design (probably some … Continue reading →

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A little something to cool you down: iced coffee

Posted on July 28, 2013 by Louise

There are few days, or years, in England when I really can’t bear the heat of coffee. And since I drink very little of it, or rather can only drink very little of it, the idea of pouring it over … Continue reading →

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Health in a glass

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Louise

What do you eat, or drink, when you’re recovering from illness, the sort of illness that knocks you out and defies appetite? Dry toast, steamed rice or miso? Or perhaps just mint tea or water? When I was a child … Continue reading →

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