Monthly Archive: December 2012

Dec 19

The Bernina Express and Lake Como, Italy

Part II of our epic rail journey across the alps. Moving right along from St Moritz, R and I hop on the Bernina Express and come down the mountain side, crossing over into Italy. There we make our way to the picturesque town on the shores of Lake Como … read : George Clooney’s playground.

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Dec 17

Alpine Tour on the Glacier Express, Switzerland.

For Valentine’s Day this year R took me to Switzerland and we spent the day touring the Swiss alps on the world renowned Glacier Express, ending up in St Moritz mountain ski resort. For train enthusiasts, this rail journey is definitely worth the price tag ~ the views are some of the most stunning I have ever seen in my life!!

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Dec 07

Apple, Pear and Black Cherry Crumble

Stewed fruit topped with buttery crumble makes for a very satisfying end to a meal. I went for a wintery flavour by making this crumble with a combination of sweet juicey dessert pears, tart apples and dark cherries. Served warm along with vanilla custard, this dessert is perfect on a chilly night.

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