Archive for February 10th, 2026

  • Fish Udon

    Cold Udon & Mackerel with Miso Sauce

    Well… it looks messy, doesn’t it? But it is delicious! Mackerel is my favourite fish and I stock Canned Mackerel. ALDI’s Canned Mackerel in Brine is inexpensive and good quality. Using 1 can and already cooked Udon Noodles, this dish is quick and easy to make. Today I added Shiso from my back yard, and …

  • Baked & Fried Sweets

    Dates & Walnuts Shortcake

    A bag of Walnuts had been sitting in my pantry for a long time when my daughter gave me another bag of Walnuts. So, I have been trying to use them. Today, I made this Shortcake using Auntie Betty’s Belgian Shortcake recipes. It was seriously delicious. Cake Tin 20cm Square Cake Tin Ingredients 110g Butter …

  • Cold Sweets Fruit

    Canned Mandarin Jelly

    This simple Mandarin Jelly is popular in Japan where I grew up, and it is absolutely easy to make. You only need 1 can (310g) of Mandarine Segments and Gelatine Powder. I often crave it when I am unwell. Today I made it for my husband who was in bed with a cold. It can …