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RECIPE: BREAKFAST QUESADILLAS
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Quesadillas are one of
the simplest things to make, although maybe overlooked in the brunch category.
The combination of the slightly crisp tortilla and the squidgy deliciousness of
the mozzarella makes is the kind of meal that will be sure to get you out of bed.
The tomato adds a zingy-ness to this version, the avocado is cool and creamy
and the kidney beans are filling and a nice swap for the traditional baked
beans we Brits love over our breakfast. This is a cheap and thrifty meal and
takes about 15 from chopping board to plate.
La comida esta deliciosa!
Ingredients:
1 wholemeal tortilla
1 can of kidney beans in
water
A large handful of
grated mozzerella
1 large tomato
An avocado
Lettuce to garnish
You will need:
A large frying pan
Method:
1)
Prepare your
ingredients. Slice the tomato thinly, rinse your kidney beans, and peel and
mash your avocado.
2)
Lay out your tortilla
and on one half begin to layer your fillings. You can put them in any order you
like, except that it is crucial you layer cheese either side, so that when the
tortilla is folded cheese is touching both sides. The cheese is the thing that
will hold your quesadilla together when it is melted in the pan.
3)
Heat a table spoon of vegetable
oil in the frying pan and leave to warm up on a medium heat for about a minute.
4)
Gently lower your quesadilla
in to the pan and fry for 3 – 5 minutes on each side, depending on how crispy
you want it.
5)
Garnish with salad and
enjoy!
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VINTAGE BEAUTY INSPIRATION
0 commentsI'm off to a wedding in a few weeks, as I'm sure many of you are - it's the season! So of course I've been looking for inspiration for what to wear. This is actually the first wedding I will ever have been to (very exciting) so I'm pretty anxious to make sure I get it right in the clothing department.
I've also been scouring the internet/books/magazines etc for make-up ideas. My first instinct was to check out the Fashion Week catwalks but as much as I love being fashion forward, it just doesn't feel right turning up to a wedding with wet-look hair and purple eye shadow up to my eyebrows. It's just not the time to try out a new look. Then I stumbled upon this brilliant little blog Technicolored, full of gorgeous vintage photographs of actors from Hollywood's glamorous heyday. Now, I'm spoiled for choice.
I've also been scouring the internet/books/magazines etc for make-up ideas. My first instinct was to check out the Fashion Week catwalks but as much as I love being fashion forward, it just doesn't feel right turning up to a wedding with wet-look hair and purple eye shadow up to my eyebrows. It's just not the time to try out a new look. Then I stumbled upon this brilliant little blog Technicolored, full of gorgeous vintage photographs of actors from Hollywood's glamorous heyday. Now, I'm spoiled for choice.
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THE GLAMOUR OF ITALIAN FASHION AT THE V&A
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The Glamour of Italian Fashion at the V&A gives an
interesting overview of the Italian fashion Industry from the end of the 2nd
World War, which left the region stricken and in dire poverty, right up to
today. Successfully weaving traditional artisanal practices and the handmade
roots of Italian clothing, with politics, the influence of Hollywood and
America, the shift to ready-to-wear and incorporating the Italian spirit of
excess and playful sexiness, the exhibition successfully takes us on a succinct
journey through an industry which has undergone extreme changes in the latter
half of the century.
Up until the resolution of the Second World War, the fascist
regime in Italy used garments on enforce an idea of nationhood. Clothing had a
label of approval from the ENM (the national fashion board). In stark contrast,
after the Second World War fascism became a source of unease amongst the
population. In response to this hunger for individuality and a new sartorial
personality for the Italian populace, a businessman Giovanni Battista Giorgini
launched the first internationally recognised Italian fashion shows at the Sala
Bianca in Palazzo Pitti, Florence. Thus, the well renowned Italian penchant for
glamour and extravagance was born.
Fashion aficionados will no doubt enjoy the examples of
design from the 70s onwards including Cavali’s Native Indian themed ensemble and
the audacious fringed leather trousers and matching waist coat from the 1992
Autumn/Winter Versace collection. Classic Moschino – which is currently having somewhat
of a revival – is also featured in all its irreverent glory, including the Made in Italy Dress from Spring/Summer
1991 and the Yellow Pages Jacket from
Spring/Summer 1994. Visitors are reminded of the mocking sense of humour Franco
Moschino employed in his designs which initially made the design house so
popular.
The highlight of the exhibition is undoubtedly the section charting
the era from the 1950s to the 1960s. The dazzling haute couture gowns worn by
Lee Razidwell and Merella Agnelli to Truman Capote’s famous Black and White
Ball, as well as a slinky gown worn by Ava Gardner and a stunning white gown
made for Audrey Hepburn. Hollywood’s romance with Italy resulted
in two decades of uninhibited glamour that still captures of the heart of
fashion lovers and remains the jewel in the crown of Italian style today.
Valentino poses with models (1967)
Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck in Roman Holiday (1953)
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RECIPIE: BREAKFAST FRUIT PARFAIT
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As much as I like a big, cooked breakfast; when the summer
starts rolling in the last thing we feel like when we wake up is a stomach full of
heavy, hot food. That’s why over the next few weeks I’ll be putting together
some delicious, light and easy to rustle up recipes for you to try out at home
in the warmer months.
This breakfast fruit parfait is ridiculously easy, very healthy
and filling. What’s more it takes about five minutes to make and has a rather
fun element of creativity to it – sort of like being a food stylist, which I
think you’ll agree sounds like the best job ever. Admittedly there is a limited
amount of culinary skills required, it’s all in the presentation. If you have
an impromptu early morning guest you wish to dazzle with your prowess at
whipping up quick and satisfying meals – look no further.
You can use
any fruit you like for this recipe. That’s the beauty of it. I like a classic
strawberry and blueberry parfait, although for a more summery option you could
try melon and grape. Or go all out with peach and a passion fruit coulis.
Ingredients:
Low fat
yoghurt
Fresh
strawberries
Fresh blue
berries
Muesli (I
opt for the low sugar variety)
You will
need:
A fancy
glass to construct it in. I went for a jam jar, I felt it was rustic although
if you were feeling glam maybe you could try a martini glass. The kitchen
cabinet is your oyster. Go wild. Experiment.
Method:
1.
Chop your fruit into little chunks.
2.
(This is the fun part) Layer up your muesli,
yoghurt and fruit. I went for muesli, yoghurt, strawberry, muesli, yoghurt and
blueberries on top, but it’s not exactly a precise art.
Serve and
enjoy. So simple, so easy.
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