Nice surprise in my kitchen

Wow - its been well over a month since i have blogged.

Home life and work have both kept me busy that I am tempted to stay away from the home computer screen for a little while longer, but I do enjoy joining in with In My Kitchen Series hosted by Sherry's Pickings.

So here I am with a handful of things to share in my kitchen.  Starting with a box of fine chocolates that D picked up for me, when he went to see his mother (and sister) for the second time since lockdown.  My mother in law picked p this really gorgeous cake slicer - just look at the pretty detail on the handle.  My mother in law and her friend also picked me up this little sweet tin  for holding mints.  Its adorable.  You have no idea how wonderful it was to receive the gifts - really cheered me up.

Another gift, came from my brother who came by briefly and stayed in the garden.  He did not come empty handed and brought me baklawa.   

I went to the supermarket again, I must say I did not enjoy the experience - only picking up basics and not dilly dallying to see what other things could tempt me.  However, saying that I did see 'This Isn't Bacon Plant-Based Rashers' and picked up a packet to try.  They were okay, but i definately prefer the vegan versions I make home from scratch - either from lentils and pulses or vital wheat gluten. 

Something that will make you smile - In my kitchen are some soft toys - some in the shape of fruit and vegetables, including a squeaky doughnut - courtesy of my nephew.

Now you may wonder why i have these soft toys in my kitchen - well it will also become clearer why i have not been blogging of late too. Read on....

May I introduce you to our new puppy - a playful and curious Jack Russell who likes hanging out in the kitchen.  He has been in our life since May and is nearly three months old. Indeed he has been keeping both D and me occupied. 

So you will understand why i have not been blogging recently, as i am being kept busy between Puppy and working from home. Because of puppy, i also have another cookbook in my kitchen: Tasty Treats for Happy Dogs.  It has a mixture of meat based and vegetarian dishes.  I have made two recipes from it for puppy and i must say, he really likes homemade treats. 

Okay, I am signing off now to walk my puppy in the garden.  By the way, i am having my second vaccine next week, so that will also make me feel more comfortable travelling a bit more further away from home.  

Unlike previous months, i do have some things to share.