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Celebration cake

Posted on September 16, 2022 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

Sometimes, you want to make a special cake that everyone wants to be the first to taste. This is one of those cakes. I’ve made it for my daughter’s birthday party and as a dessert cake for a friend’s wedding … Continue reading →

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Super-simple apple tart

Posted on September 13, 2019 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

I don’t know anyone who doesn’t love a fruit tart and this is a super-simple one to make that tastes just delicious. I’ve made different versions of this as a light summer dessert or as part of an afternoon tea … Continue reading →

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Passion fruit crème brulée 

Posted on September 29, 2017 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

This delicious creamy dessert with the subtle tang of passion fruit is one of my new favourites. It’s a doddle to make and there’s nothing like the sharp crack of the crisp brulée topping when you break into it with … Continue reading →

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Chocolate crème brûlée surprise

Posted on June 9, 2017 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

You’ll probably need cheering up this morning after the election results and, if you want to make a dinner party-worthy dessert that will make you friends for life, look no further than this chocolate crème brûlée surprise. It’s ridiculously simple … Continue reading →

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