Chocolate Yule Log

Chocolate Yule Log

Baking, Winter

A naturally gluten-free Christmas yule log filled with chestnut puree and coconut cream. Inspired by the French Bouche-de-Noel In my family growing up we had a number of essential desserts at Christmas time.  My older sister, having a slight obsession with sultanas,...
Melon, Mint and Ginger Fruit Salad

Melon, Mint and Ginger Fruit Salad

Dessert, Summer

Melon, mint and ginger fruit salad with optional added raspberries.  A delicious way to serve fruit for dessert When I think of fruit salad I think of a 1980s-style mix of mandarins, grapes and soggy apples in a overly sweet orange juice dressing.  This melon dish on...
Tuscan Castagnaccio (Chestnut flour cake)

Tuscan Castagnaccio (Chestnut flour cake)

Baking

I discovered Italian chestnut flour a few years ago on one of my many visits to Italy to see my Uncle and Aunty who live there. I subsequently learned about Castagnaccio which is a traditional Tuscan chestnut flour cake. It’s made with flour, water and a little...