Freelance food writer, editor, audio describer and author of over 60 books
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I have loved cooking since I was a tiny tot and used to stand on a chair in the kitchen beside my grandmother (a professional cook). She taught me all the basic skills and I cooked my first Sunday lunch when I was eight or nine years old! Gran had such flair and natural talent. I like to think some of it rubbed off on me…
MY LATEST BLOG POSTS
Low-Carb and Low-Fat Alternatives
Trying to cut down and lose a bit of excess weight now that 2022 is here? Eating low-carb and low-fat alternatives to your favourite high-calorie foods can be a great start to getting in shape. Here are a few suggestions …
Top Tips to Help You Lose Weight
Has lockdown weight grain been a problem for you? Well, in simple terms, to lose weight you need to eat fewer calories that you burn up as energy so your body has to burn fat reserves to keep you going, …
Egg Size Matters…
Ditch the Big Boys! Egg size matters because medium or mixed weight eggs are much less painful for the hens to lay! I recently did a Chicken and Egg Workshop presented by The Guild of Food Writers. It was an …
Leftover Veggies
Leftover veggies make great meals in minutes. Here are some quick and simply delicious ideas for how to use them up. Leftover Veggie Soups Cooked leftover veggies: Put all your leftover veggies in a blender or food processor with a …
My Skills & Expertise
- Passionate about food and the environment
- Nutrition expert, committed to encouraging eating a healthy, balanced diet
- Highly creative cook and recipe writer
- Wide range of knowledge and experience of different foods and cooking techniques from around the world
- Expert in many kitchen appliances: microwaves, freezers, steamers, slow cookers, pressure cookers, electric grills, electric frying pans, food processors, breadmakers, ice cream makers
- Experience of writing and editing for international markets, including UK, US and Australia
- Proficient on Mac and PC
- NCTJ trained journalist and editor
- Keen eye for detail so excellent proofreading skills
- Qualified further education teacher
- Restaurant critic
- Discerning palate, so ability to judge the quality of a wide range of foods