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Reaching the final of Masterchef 2007 was a rollercoaster of emotion, with huge highs and lows, but I loved every minute and learnt a huge amount. I owe a great deal to John and Gregg who had faith in my ability when I did not believe in myself. Since competing on the programme my life has changed considerably. I now write cookery columns for two magazines, give cookery demonstrations and am just working on my 13th cook book - unlucky number for some but not for me!!! I love all forms of country cooking, using seasonal and locally sourced produce. This blog is to enable me to share with you a few of my recipes and baking ideas. Enjoy Hannah xxxx

Monday 17 January 2011

It is hard to put into words the thrill when an envelope drops through the letterbox and I know it contains my first copy of my book. Although I have always seen the photographs before and proof read black and white pages, nothing quite prepares you for seeing the actual book. A few days go my Whoopie Pie book arrived - and to say I am pleased with it is a HUGE understatement. Steve and Maxine have done such a lovely job and all the pies are completely OTT and very me - lots of glitter and colours. So I can finally share with you a few of my favourite pages. The one I am proudest of is the rainbow tower as I made these pies and carried them on a 3 1/2 hour journing to Hastings for the photoshoot - it is suprising that they still look nice after such a long journey including two changes of trains! The other pictures are pumpkin pies, perfect for Halloween; Oyster pies (not fish flavoured I hasten to add) on their own little beach and Vanilla Dream pies complete with jammy spoon (the photo just makes me want to pick the spoon up and lick it). I hope that you like my little book - out quite soon - hurrah!

8 comments:

Snowy said...

Congratulations Hannah. The new book looks great. Love the tower of pies - such a variety of colours.

Livet i Fattighuset said...

Fantastic! I will order a book - and make lovely stuff here in Norway.

Well done!

Marie

Figs, Bay, Wine said...

Just beautiful! Congratulations!

Cuttingwood Cottage said...

The next time I am in England I will certainly be on the look out for your books! They all look delicious. Thank you for sharing. Sandra

sadie said...

looks fantastic! I can only imagine how fabulous it must be for you.

Unknown said...

Many congratulations! The book looks very impressive, as do the recipes. About to pre-order it on Amazon.

Lucy said...

Congratulations Hannah! The pie tower looks amazing - I think it will definitely have to be the star at my next birthday! Can't wait to get the book.

I heart cupcakes said...

Congratulations Hannah - another to add to my must buy book list!