The 56th Bake: Hot Cross Bun Loaf

 

I went to a mother daughter breakfast at my daughter’s school. Lovely idea.  Lucy Lawless as a past pupil was the guest speaker.  She expounded about the merits of being yourself, “live brave but live authentically.”  I do like that message, and she emphasized the importance of following a career path that you love.  It got me thinking, how important it is to be exceptional in whatever you do, you owe it to yourself to shine, (more…)

The 47th Bake: Plaited Rich Saffron Loaf

It’s the school holidays and before we head away to stay with my Mum, I thought I’d whip up some bread.  Not sure if this is really a good idea, but I’m doing it.  This particular loaf is enriched with egg and flavoured with saffron.  I soaked a teaspoon of saffron in warm water for an hour before adding it to the bread mixture. (more…)