As we start losing teams at this stage, I thought I’d better get a wriggle on and let you know some of the other things I cooked over the last few weekends. It’s been busy, and not at all successful. So this a double portion of baking today. I made croissants again, having bought new …
Tag: croissants
Fail
The croissants failed. I did everything right. You could see the lamination of the dough, the lovely layers, the right croissant shape. They did not rise. The dough isn't all that complicated: a basic bread dough, a fair amount of yeast, and add the butter. Roll and fold, repeat; leave overnight in the fridge. Then …
Remaining neutral – with cheese
I didn't post yesterday on the day the world cup started, I didn't have much more to say on the topic that wasn't covered by Gary Lineker and the wonderful Alex Scott. I agree wholeheartedly with her views on progress and hope it continues to make the experience safer and more welcoming. Effectively remaining neutral, …
Alternative World Cup
Hopefully you saw my feelings regarding the forthcoming world cup, and the human rights track record of Qatar in both the building of the stadia and the use of migrant workers, as well as their treatment of the LGBTQ community. It doesn't sit well with me and I doubt I'm alone. So, an alternative world …
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