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PODCAST: Dishing with EatsandElla – Life as a Student Food Blogger on a Budget

18Dec

By Charlotte Burley-Hnat8 Comments

Podcast

PODCAST: Dishing with EatsandElla – Life as a Student Food Blogger on a Budget

Newcastle student Ella, creator of EatsandElla, opens up about her journey as a student food blogger, sharing how she discovers hidden culinary gems without breaking the bank. Ella, the creator of EatsandElla, in a restaurant. Image supplied by Ella Rounding Newcastle’s vibrant food scene is a treasure trove of flavors, offering everything from independent bakeries to buzzing street food markets. But for students on a tight budget, exploring these culinary delights can feel out of reach. That’s where Ella, the creative mind behind the popular TikTok blog EatsandElla, comes in. Today, I'm sitting down with the student food blogger herself to uncover the secrets behind her success and her love for Newcastle’s dining scene. Ella began her blogging journey in January 2024, a...

Baking Excellence in the North East: Northern Rye and Bread and Roses Win National Awards

17Dec

By Charlotte Burley-Hnat2 Comments

News, News Features

Baking Excellence in the North East: Northern Rye and Bread and Roses Win National Awards

The North East has long been home to a rich culinary heritage, but now its bakeries are taking centre stage on the national stage - with two of its bakeries earning top honours at the National Bakery Awards 2024. Northern Rye's pastries for sale. Image credit: Charlotte Burley-Hnat Walking into Northern Rye, the aroma of freshly baked pastries fills the air. Robbie Livingstone, the owner, greets me warmly. “Would you like a coffee as well?” he says, placing a freshly baked tiramisu cruffin - a delicate pastry blending the best of a croissant and a muffin, with a coffee, caramel, and molasses cream filling - in front of me. With flour-dusted hands and a passion for their craft, today, Northern Rye and Bread and Roses are basking in the glory of their hard-earned achievements. At th...

No eggs? No problem! – Six Substitutes for Eggs in Baking

17Nov

By Charlotte Burley-Hnat6 Comments

Allergens, Baking tips

No eggs? No problem! – Six Substitutes for Eggs in Baking

Eggs are often a core ingredient for everything from cookies and cakes to breads, pies, muffins and more when baking, making it seem almost impossible to bake your favourite baked goods without them. Collection of alternatives to eggs in baking. Image credit: Charlotte Burley-Hnat Whether you’re accommodating allergies, exploring vegan recipes, or simply don’t have them in the cupboard, there are plenty of vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free substitutes to try. Eggs play a key role in baking by providing proteins that help bind and set ingredients. To achieve the same light and fluffy results in egg-free baking, simply choose a substitute with similar proteins, and you'll be on your way to delicious egg-free treats! To make things easier, I’ve compiled a list of six su...

Baking on a Budget: Easy Shortbread Recipe

9Nov

By Charlotte Burley-Hnat2 Comments

Recipes

Baking on a Budget: Easy Shortbread Recipe

When it comes to affordable baking, it’s hard to beat shortbread. https://youtu.be/aWnTT0XqyRg This simple recipe requires just three ingredients, does not require an electric mixer, is beginner-friendly, and yields a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth biscuit that is perfect for stocking up the biscuit tin all year long. What is shortbread? Shortbread is a traditional Scottish biscuit known for its simple ingredients and rich, buttery taste. Originally a luxury reserved for special occasions like Christmas and weddings in medieval Scotland, shortbread has remained a timeless favourite. Its high butter content creates a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s irresistibly crumbly and satisfying. The simplicity of shortbread also makes it endlessly versatile - whether adding a hint...