Winter has landed and that means we are well into Negroni season. I know the Negroni - an equal mix of Campari, sweet vermouth and gin - often has summer connotations due to its Italian heritage and use as a pre or post-dinner tipple in the Mediterranean, but its strength of flavour makes it the perfect cocktail for hiding away from the cold in a cosy bar, preferably with a sofa and a fire. Some people like to shake a Negroni, but personally I prefer it stirred with a large b

I have been a fan of Slutty Brownies for a long time. For the uninitiated, these are simply the best brownies ever created in the history of the world. They are a joy which I first discovered courtesy of the wonderful Rosie and her blog The Londoner. If you haven't checked her out before I heartily suggest doing so. You will also find the original Slutty Brownies recipe over there. The original offering is a scrumptious blend of brownie, Oreo and chocolate chip cookie. I have