Favourite February flavours

I’m air frying (everything) in my new air fryer from Zwilling

I’ve finally climbed on board this latest trend and am hooked. The lovely people at Zwilling sent it to me to test drive and, unlike some gadgets, which have remained in their boxes for months (maybe years), we have been using it every day. It has produced a range of treats, from oven chips and goujons to crisp tofu cubes, roasted Brussels sprouts and butternut squash and even breakfast muffins. Some things have been more successful than others, but it has totally raised my lunch game AND kept the bills down.

On the down side, my tween daughter has discovered potato waffles can be cooked from freezer in under 10 minutes, but a plus is that even Mr P has been frying up a storm. We’ve barely turned the oven on since it landed. A winner.

Love Brownies

Loving these brownies (Photo: Love Brownies)

And indulging in vegan chocolate brownies at Love Brownies in St Albans

My parents, who live in the centre of this historic mini city, have long raved about this cosy bakery. I’d tried their brownies — which are rich and well worth the calories — but not eaten in. A half term trip with a friend was a revelation. Fab coffee (pictured at the top of the page) in comfy chairs looking out the window while basking in the winter sun pouring through the window. (Honestly the best coffee I’ve had in a while.)

Looking forward to March hamantaschen and using up my chometz for cakes, bakes and other yummy carbs.