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Recipe: Low Sugar Banana Bread

Have your cake with peace of mind and eat it with our low sugar banana bread recipe. The trick is in the no sugar, low calorie sweetener as an alternative to using sugar. The proof is in the pudding and you won’t be disappointed with the twist on this all time classic. How to make banana bread This banana bread is naturally sweetened with honey, which offers some trace nutrients that sugar…
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Cocktail recipe: Parma Violet Gin and Tonic

London Mums’ friends Monica and Donatella have created the perfect gin and tonic cocktail and called it Violet Gin and Tonic to share and get ready for Jubilee weekend! Not only is the cocktail great to enjoy with your friends, but the gin itself comes in a beautiful bottle and makes for a lovely gift. Parma Violet Gin is an aromaticviolet infusion with Italian elegance. Image by…
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Cocktail recipe: Sparkling Margarita

Easy sparkling Margarita recipe. Ingredients 2 oz. tequila ¾ oz. orange liqueur 2 oz. fresh lime juice 1 oz. fresh squeezed orange juice ½ oz. lemon juice ½ oz. agave syrup or honey Method Run slice of lime around rim of glass and dip in salt. Caramba! General Directions: Combine all liquid ingredients before carbonating. Add to Drinkmate bottle up to the Max…
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Exclusive interview with Michelin Star Chef Atul Kuchhar

Recently I got the opportunity through editor Monica Costa to interview Michelin Star chef Atul Kochhar. I’m a regular contributor to the London Mums magazine and often get invited to review movies, theatres and attend food events and post reviews online. But this one was quite special as I have been a fan of Atul Kochhar and eaten at his various restaurants over the years. The…
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Mother’s Day Recipe from chef Matt Tebbutt: Blackberry, ricotta and citrus pancakes

What a treat to have a Mother’s Day recipe from chef Matt Tebbutt, whom I recently met at the presentation of Pub in the park Wimbledon: Blackberry, ricotta and citrus pancakes. A classic breakfast staple that’s very simple to knock together. The addition of the ricotta gives these pancakes a deliciously smooth interior. You can choose whatever soft fruit you fancy, but the combination of…
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Mother’s Day meal ideas 

They say no one can cook a roast like mothers, but every mum deserves at least one Sunday off. This Mothering Sunday – 27 March 2022 – mums should take a break and let dads and children cook a meal.So whether you are celebrating your mum, step-mum, gran or any other motherly figure, it’s their time to put their feet up. Whether you are after easy recipes or simple meal ideas…
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Recipe: Apple Pie with Blackberries & Clementine

British Pie Week is coming up from today and according to a recent study, the average Brit scoffs a whopping 2,160 pies over their adult lifetime.With a traditional apple pie being one of the nation’s favourite flavours, London Mums would like to share a tasty spin on this modern classic. This recipe for Apple Pie with Blackberries and Clementine has been kindly donated by Denby…
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Recipe: Healthy Pancakes

Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, occurs 47 days before Easter Sunday and this year it will take place on 1st March 2022. Traditionally, pancakes are made with flour, eggs and milk and they are fried in butter or oil. Whether you prefer your pancakes with a savoury or sweet filling, there are numerous recipes to choose from online and in cookbooks. In this tip, we guide you in how to…
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Valentine Breakfast Recipe: Stewed Fruit Toast

My favourite bread brand Jason’s Sourdough, creators of the artisan sourdough sliced loaf, and food stylist Jemma Loi have teamed up to create a romantic and tasty Stewed Fruit Toast recipe, using Jason’s White Ciabattin. This is the perfect breakfast to make for that special person on Valentine’s morning, showing them how much you really love them. Or, whip up for a delicious weekend…
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Recipe: Black Bean Burgers

This recipe that has been kindly donated to London Mums, was created in partnership with nutritionist Lily Soutter.A burger with health benefits – what’s not to love? As well as packing in at least 2 of our 5-a-day, these burgers come with a delicious dose of plant-based protein and fibre. The granola helps bind the burger together whilst adding in a source of slow-release…
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