Chocolate finger cake

        

                                                               Chocolate finger cake 

 A cake to wow as a centrepiece on any birthday table,but it's actually super easy to make.

This delicious vanilla sponge takes 25-35 minutes to cook,can be topped with any sweet topping of choice and milk chocolate fingers can be used or substituted for kit Kat fingers.

Equipment :

2x9 inch cake tins 

Grease proof paper

Wire rack

Electric mixer (optional)

Ingredients for the cake :

500g caster sugar 

500g unsalted butter (room temp)

500g self raising flour 

      1tbsp vanilla extract 

         6 eggs

To decorate and fill: 

 2tbsp strawberry jam

 500g icing sugar 

 250g Unsalted butter (room temp)

 1tbsp vanilla extract 

3 packs white chocolate fingers 

2x cookie and cream kitkat

Maltesers 

M&ms

Smarties 

Giant chocolate buttons 

Method:

1.Preheat oven to 180 fan,grease  and line 2x9 inch cake tins.

2.Use the all in one method.Pour all the ingredients into a mixing bowl and mix with a food mixer/spoon.

3.Pour the cake mixture evenly into the two cake tins and bake until golden brown and springy 25-35 minutes.

4.Once baked remove from the tins and leave the cakes to cool on a wire rack.Make your filling by mixing the icing sugar,butter and vanilla until combined and smooth.

5.Now the sponges are cool,spread the jam onto one cake and buttercream onto the second.Spread the icing onto the whole outside of the cake starting with the sides and finishing on the top.

7.Begin to place the chocolate fingers around the cake all the way round.Seperate the cake into four with the kitkat  and fill with your choose decoration.

8.Finish the cake of with a ribbon and serve up and enjoy.

Borough market

       Image from weheartit.com


What better place to go to catch up with a friend,than a place full of delicious food and drinks. Despite the rainy January day,the view of the shard and the smell of baked goods managed to put a smile on our faces immediately. So we hopped on the tube to London bridge and grabbed ourselves a hot latte and let our noses lead us in the gates of the market.......

Borough market is great as it caters for everyone whether your following a vegan/vegetarian/gluten free/dairy free/no diet at all diet their will be something that tickles your fancy.

This being my first visit to the market.I didn't really know what to expect as on the weekends, its a popular attraction by tourists and locals.I went on a weekday so missed the big crowds however the atmosphere is great full of foodies discovering amazing cuisines.

I opted for a break ahead doughnut which I had spotted on Instagram and it was love at first sight .... Oozing honeycomb cream filling spilling out of the sugary doughnut with a generous serving of home made honeycomb to finish the dessert of.(Licks lips as insert image below)

                                                   


You could easily fill your boots with all the delicious free samples which do have I must say a take one sample only sign but sometimes you cant help yourself and take two or maybe three, especially when it comes to the salted honey cashews.

There is also a before I die chalkboard hiddin in the hustle and bustle of the market,which i had wanted to check out.If you love food and enjoy London town then I recommend taking a stroll around the market,even in your lunch hour.

Whats your favourite treat?

 Carla xoxo

Experiencing the London Eye

Seeing as my home town is London. I thought it was about time,after 18 years of my life to finally go on the London eye!

As it was a lovey sunny afternoon we got fast track tickets to the base and only had to wait in line for 10 minutes.We then steped Into our capsule while it slowly moved.

There was about 15 people in our capsule but it's very spacious and plenty of room to walk around.

Everyone walked around taking pictures and admiring the beautiful view.

It's takes 30 minutes for the London eye to reach the ground again.However the time went very quick.For those who have a fear of heights, there is a slight movement but it's very stable and secure 

We then exited and I can finally say I've been on the London eye you can even purchase yourself a medal in the gift shop!

Would you like to experience the London eye ?

Carla x

Exploring Spitalfields

Last Sunday I went to spitalfield market.It was such a lovely little area,with plenty of  shops and cafes when you first hit the village.

The market stalls are ran by amazingly creative personalities.One Of my favourite stalls was Little Smith which sold personalised jewellery. I purchased a pink gold necklace with my initial - as they are made to order you fill out a slip and pop back in 10 minutes. There were so many to choose from I loved the one that said  'once upon a time'.

There is vintage clothing,art work,organic body scrub,hand made clocks and any product you can think of.You really will can get lost in all the creativity!

There's a stall called flavour town bakery and if you love cupcakes I recommend. I had a Nutella vs Oreo cupcakes and it was so delicious!

You can eat as much as you want on a Sunday right ?

On the way out I had a Nutella and banana crepe and we sat on a bench and watched some linzi hop dancing.

I then went home and indulged in the evening with my cupcake

If your ever have a free day go down to Spitalfields.You can have an adventorius day and why not explore to brick lane and shoreditch which are just a short walk away.

What's your favourite market ?

Carla X

A Day In Camden

Last Sunday I visited Camden and I had a great day in the sunshine !

There's lots to do in Camden from people watching to eating and drinking.

If your not feeling hungry you will be,as soon as your walk through the food market.Theres everything and anything !

You could spend all day,looking around the endless market stalls of vintage unique collections.

Everywhere you turn there is an endless supply of yummy food -

Crepes,pizza,doughnuts and even deep fried Oreos!

It was a Sunny day so we went to the garden bar and had a jug of pimms (to share of course ) 

If you've ever thought about visiting Camden its a great day out :)

Sunday Afternoon

Sunday's are about spending time with loved ones.

Spending the day relaxing at home or out exploring the world!

Walking in parks is one of my favourite ways to spend my Sunday's 

Here in the UK the weather is starting to get warmer  .....

So it's nice to get outdoors!

Today I went to Greenwich park with my family and it was a gorgeous sunny day

Greenwich is one of the capitals eight  royal parks 

It has a play area and a small boating area but also lots of Grounds and routes for adults to walk around and explore. 

If you walk through the park you will come across the village which is full of resteraunts and coffee shops.

Greenwich village also has a market open Tuesday through Sunday.It is a historic market surrounded by independant and boutique shops.

The market has food stalls from all around the world and any craving you have.

There are lots of vintage/antique markets which are more hidden.

After you've browsed through the market you will come across the cutty sark which is a British clipper ship.

There's plenty more sights to see and adventures to happen :)

Go outside and explore you will see the world as it's never been seen before

Cara x 

New York

Last month I went to New York and since being  back in the UK,there's not a day I haven't wished  about being back in the city again.

Here are some of the pictures I took on my trip :)

      

         

         

        

                     

         

             

          

         

         

 

         

I had the best time in New York and it certainly is the city that never sleeps!

  What's your favourite city ?

    Carla x