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Hi, I'm Kate. KitchenKate. I'm a professional copywriter, mum of one and darling wifey...

Orange appeal!

Posted on May 16, 2012
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Oh Daily Express, how wrong you are

Posted on May 6, 2012
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The humble custard cream: a haiku.

Posted on May 1, 2012

Oh yellow biscuit With Victoriana swirls One bite and you’re gone.

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Jamie’s (slightly more than) 30 minute meals – satay chicken

Posted on April 23, 2012

Yesterday I cooked another delicious recipe from Jamie Oliver’s 30 minute meals – the chicken satay with fiery noodle salad. While it really did taste good, it took me a little longer than half an hour to get it on … Continue reading →

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Jamie Oliver’s 30 minute meals – cheat’s pizza

Posted on April 21, 2012

Today I set myself a challenge – to cook one of Jamie Oliver’s 30 minute meals within his specified half hour time frame. I chose the cheat’s pizza option and I’m proud to say that not only did I manage … Continue reading →

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Peppa Pig the tapir

Posted on April 20, 2012

Introducing Lizzie’s friend, the tapir who she christened Peppa Pig on our outing to Tropiquaria over Easter. Her guess was as good as any of ours!

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Aldi carbonara; quick, easy, cheap and tasty

Posted on April 10, 2012

As a full time working mum it’s often important I can whip up something tasty and quick that’s suitable for adults and children alike. As you probably know, I’ve been cost cutting by shopping at Aldi. Today we had a … Continue reading →

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Daddy’s Easter Bonnet.

Posted on April 9, 2012
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And the most irritating thing to do on a bank holiday Monday is…

Posted on April 9, 2012

Forget to turn off your alarm for work! I’ve been up since 5.55am and even 22month-old Lizzie is still asleep. Typical.

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Five exciting things to do with a toddler over the Easter weekend

Posted on April 8, 2012

1. Surprise a family member. On Thursday evening on a whim, we decided to embark on the long drive to Dorset to see Grandad. After a 4am getup, we drove the length of the country, having conspired with brother-in-law, Pete, … Continue reading →

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