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A Maghreb stew with Moroccan chickpea Tunisian kale, sweet potato, tomato and harissa

15/12/2022

This aromatic stew of sweet potato and kale is given body and goodness from the chickpeas and an enticing spike of heat from the rose harissa. Coriander, cumin, fennel and turmeric complete the warming spices that make it a pleasing supper for all ages. Seek out chickpeas in glass jars - there are lots of new brands producing really delicious, large, tender chickpeas of great quality.

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Films & Books of Morocco

15/12/2022

Discover Cassandra's favourite Moroccan films and books...

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Christmas Planting

06/12/2022

I love to gather all my summer baskets and pots and plant them up with winter bulbs bringing their delicate scent into the house over Christmas.

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A Century of Poetry by Rowan Williams

30/11/2022

I have been reading a poem a day from Rowan Williams' new book "A Century of Poetry". The poem by Yves Bonnefoy called "Noli me tangere" deserves a mention this second Sunday of Advent, not only for the poet's words and Rowan Williams' thoughtful reflection on the poem, but also for the mention of snowflakes.

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Cassandra's Christmas Advent Calendar 2022

30/11/2022

The untold story behind our iconic Christmas advent calendar

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HM the King's visit to the Goldsmiths' Centre

23/11/2022

Yesterday Cassandra had the privilege of attending an event at The Goldsmiths' Centre, where HM The King came to hallmark the Cross commissioned for the Church in Wales and to meet trainees at the Centre. It is thought that this is the first time in history that a King has applied the King's mark on a piece of silver.

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