Author Archives: Tiggy Hayes
Overcome the Obstacles
I met and got talking to a really inspiring woman yesterday. I liked Mary-Anne as soon as I met her, we appeared quite similar. She had children slightly older than mine but not much. As often happens we started a … Continue reading
Tip of the Week – Nigella Seeds
Nigella Seeds are a common ingredient particularly in indian cuisine. They are not always easy to find if you call them Nigella Seeds. The seeds themselves come from an old cottage garden plant the Nigella Damascena also known as … Continue reading
Cupboard Turkey
This came about by accident, one day being organised I had got out some thin turkey fillets to defrost and then slice up into a sauce. As it was the middle of the holidays and we spent most of the … Continue reading
Founded Friendships
I spent two nights in Treliske Hospital over the Easter weekend. The trip was not prearranged and most certainly was not as enjoyable as the fantastic weekend I had meticulously planned. We had managed to drive all the way down … Continue reading
Back to Black
Haven’t we had the most amazing February and March weather? Rummaging through the back of the wardrobe I dug out last year’s summer clothes and squeezed into my old three quarters. They seem to have shrunk considerably from having been hidden … Continue reading
Cauliflower Cheese
Sometimes I like to serve something healthy and nearly vegetarian. Totally vegetarian dishes in a house full of growing athletic boys creates a feeling of scarcity and hard done by. I find bacon lardons or pancetta a fabulous addition to many … Continue reading
Chicken Burger
This is just the easiest meal in the world to prepare and serve. The boys love it and there is often a fight for the last piece of chicken around our table. This is also a great party food with … Continue reading
Home Shopping
Don’t you just hate chasing your tail? At the moment I am running round like the proverbial demented cat wishing for a few extra hours in the day to just appear. Instead of which we are about to lose an … Continue reading
Wigmore Chicken
This was given to me many years ago by the wonderful Diana Wigmore. It has maybe adapted from the original recipe she gave me but it remains a firm family favourite. A great dish to use up left over roast … Continue reading
Border Line Senility
It was the domino effect rather than the senility, I hope, that resulted in embarrassment for me. As most people know Mini Son and I go to the same school. He studies hard and learns lots. I work hard and … Continue reading