January 1st.
In our bit of the UK the sky was grey and gloomy, temperatures were mild and there was light drizzle. Hardly the day with which to welcome a new year.
January 2nd
Today, the weather is cooler, sunny and bright. We've taken our Christmas lights and decorations down, and all that remains to be done is the big, post festivities clean up!
However, the clean up will have to wait until tomorrow. This afternoon we are walking and eating with a group of friends, but before that I need to make a date and apricot, croissant and butter pudding, which will be our contribution to the meal.
The croissants...
Dates and apricots soaking in Cointreau and Amaretto...
The pudding will also contain cream and white chocolate, but with a nod towards healthy eating will be served with low fat creme fraiche!
Watch this space...
The finished pudding...
