Online Editor Harry Caton explores the wonders of the traybake. Let’s talk baking. Specifically, that nebulous realm of the “traybake”. A curious portmanteau of a utensil and the preferred method of its treatment, the whole enterprise implies something straightforward. Bland, even. But there’s a complexity, in both definition and make-up, that often goes ignored. How […]
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Home Comforts: Chicken Pie
For me, comfort food has to be something that you don’t have often. Something that brings a warmth to you and is kept in fond memory until you have it again, when you eat far too much until you’re full, if not stuffed, in heart and belly. My family has a fixation with pies. I […]
Christmas ‘Do It Yourself’
Baking Jar CHRISTMAS gifts often prove to be a stretch for the student budget which is why more and more students are turning to making their own presents. Putting time and effort into a gift shows how much you care and you can make some really fun presents without spending too much money. One idea […]
Revision Fuel Recipes: Double Chocolate Oreo Brownies
I t’s a universally acknowledged truth that exam season is officially the worst time of year, surrounded by piles of notes as the sun blinds you beaming through your windows. But no fear, double chocolate Oreo brownies are here! Whilst everyone knows that sugary sweets and countless energy drinks are not ideal prep for exam […]
The Best of Exeter’s Student Blogs
Lauren Jane by Lauren Geall My blog is basically an online expression of my personality – a mix and match of books (stereotypical English student, right?), lifestyle and general ramblings. In 2017, I’m really looking to take my blog further with more varied posts, including fashion and more of my photography. I wish my blog […]
Recipe: Chocolate Orange Marshmallow Crispy Cakes
Take a step back to your childhood with this recipe for Chocolate Orange Marshmallow Crispy Cake. If you love to bake but are living in catered accommodation, this is definitely the recipe for you. All these Chocolate Orange Marshmallow Crispy Cakes need are a microwave for melting and a fridge for setting. Ingredients 30g butter […]
Recipe: Microwave Mug Cakes
Not living at home with full access to mum’s cupboards can prove a struggle for the keen baking enthusiasts among us. Hence why these 3 SUPER EASY recipes: Brownie in a mug, flapjack in a mug, and cake in a mug – are a necessity for all students (especially those who enjoy creating, and eating […]
Recipe: Cookie dough brownies
Two of my favourite things to eat are cookie dough (minus the egg!) and brownies, so I thought I would combine the two in this recipe for you. It’s easy to prepare – all you need are some bowls and a tin, and it will give you slightly gooey cookie dough brownies that are difficult to […]
Review: The Great British Bake Off Semi-Final
This review contains spoilers. It seems apparent that every year the standard of The Great British Bake Off increases and the bakes appear more and more obscure to the general population. There are fewer challenges involving actual cakes (as these have been done before) and more involving pastry, bread and ‘alternative ingredients’. Does this disengage […]