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Learn to surf in Cornwall – The easy way
Ever fancied yourself as the next Bethany Hamilton? With Global Boarders Surf Company, you can learn to surf in Cornwall, the easy way. Gone are the days of feeling rushed to “pop up” as soon as you’ve paddled into the wave. With Global Boarders, they break it down step-by-step and will have you enjoying every ride (and wipe out)! From the offset, the team are perfectly informal. Led by Head Coach Chris, Global Boarders Surf Co. celebrates its 15th anniversary this year. Permanently based at Gwithian Towans Beach and Praa Sands, the surf company is well established in the south Cornwall area. Along with the influx of summer tourism, they…
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Easy lemon biscuit recipe
It’s National Biscuit Day here in the UK today and this easy lemon biscuit recipe is not only a yummy afternoon treat, it’s a fun and creative baking activity. Perfect if you’re quarantining with children and in need of something to keep them entertained. A weekend trip to Paris last year saw my mum returning with token gifts for my siblings and myself. As the baker in the family, it was only fitting I receive an Eiffel Tower biscuit cutter. Not that I need an excuse to bake, it felt only right to try out my new toy. Ingredients 6 oz / 175g soft, unsalted butter7 oz / 200g caster…
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Classic scones recipe (with clotted cream & jam)
In honour of the 75th anniversary of VE day, I’m sharing this classic scones recipe. No matter whether you rhyme scone with “gone” or “tone”, or spread your cream or jam on first; scones have a quintessentially British feel. They’re easy to make, delicious to eat and the perfect afternoon treat. Ingredients 12 oz / 350g self raising flour (plus extra for dusting)Pinch of salt1 tsp baking powder3oz / 85g butter3 tbsp caster sugar175ml warm milk (plus extra to glaze)1 tsp vanilla essence Serve with Clotted cream and jam Fresh strawberries (optional) Method Firstly, preheat the oven to 200 degrees / 390 Fahrenheit and line two large baking trays with…
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Lemon drizzle traybake recipe
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