Allie's Kitchen

01/06/2026

Out in the fresh air and a brief wander along the seafront at lunchtime on the hunt for cheesy chips.

Mission failed.

28/05/2026

27/05/2026

18/05/2026

This week is mental health awareness week,

It's sad that we need to name a week to encourage people to talk about how they are feeling mentally and emotionally.

I've seen so many posts, and as someone who champions the importance of talking to someone, anyone and being really honest, I've taken the opportunity to reflect on where I was 2 years ago.

I was fragile, bruised, adrift and having faced another set back when I thought I was making progress, I was scared. The unknown was terrifying.

But now, 2 years on, I've moved on from that place, and I'm more settled and happy. I still suffer from chronic anxiety, imposter syndrome, lack of confidence and self doubt, but that's all part of what makes me who I am.

I'm not looking for sympathy, likes or comments, I just want to be real. To many of you, I am this confident, outgoing individual, but we all have the capability of wearing a mask, and only showing what we want others to see, whether thats in real life or on social media.

But I have my people, and I'm grateful, those that I can be myself with and show my vulnerabilities to.

For all the other times? I'll keep being the version of me that you know and recognise, and I'm okay with that, even though it's exhausting at times.

But please, if you're struggling, overwhelmed or lost, reach out to someone, talk to them, and be really honest, it really does help lighten the load, and you'll be surprised by how many others may be in a similar situation.

My kettle is on, I may have cake, and I will ALWAYS listen, without judgement.

25/04/2026

80.

Today we should be celebrating your 80th birthday, but you're not here. Another birthday without you.

We miss you everyday, but days like this are harder.

The whisky will make an appearance tonight, so we can raise a glass to you.

Happy birthday daddy, your little girl loves you.

I'll see you one day on the other side of the stars.

16/04/2026

C O O K I E S

Crunchy and chewy, bursting with chocolate chips.

Simple. Yummy. Moreish.

10/04/2026

Sometimes simplicity is key.

This tray bake is EVERYTHING Biscoff.

A light Biscoff sponge, topped with Biscoff buttercream, Biscoff drizzle and crushed Biscoff biscuits.

Delicious.

06/04/2026

Noughts and crosses - but make it Easter!

How cute is this edible naughts and crosses game?

Made with my best sellling buttery shortbread, this is perfect for a gift.

Expect to see different versions available for Christmas, valentines etc.

I hope you've all had a lovely Easter break of some kind.

Love Allie x

03/04/2026

Easter.

Baking complete, orders posted/collected.
Now to enjoy the long weekend and catch up on some sleep.

I hope you all manage to get some time to relax over the next few days.

To everyone that placed orders - thank you.

Happy Easter, love Allie x

01/03/2026

THROWBACK

This one is from 3 years ago, the pictures aren't the best, but this was for a 55th birthday.

Layers of Madagascan vanilla sponge with vanilla buttercream and strawberry jam, finished with sprinkles and chocolates