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Today is my birthday

And I’ve done a lot this year. I’m one of those people who can never quite sit still. I was so keen, I even decided to be born 10 weeks early (turning me in to a Scorpio instead of a Aquarius).

I’ve had another incredible year and passed a good few milestones. I’ve:

  • Seen some amazing DJ sets and fervently wished myself in Ibiza (next year)
  • Flown to Amsterdam 3 times
  • Been on a Turkish yoga retreat and done about 100 hours of yoga
  • Spent 3 days in the Autumn sunshine in Nice
  • Finally nailed that capsule wardrobe I always wanted
  • Become a runner
  • Added 775 new tracks to iTunes
  • Done 5 pitches
  • Started running the User Experience department at iris
  • Drank a lot of Zubrowka and soda
  • Been mistaken for a French woman (so proud)
  • Finally bought those Bose headphones I always dreamed of
  • Spent two awesome weekends with my amazing uni friends
  • Worked on three killer campaigns for adidas
  • Finally, properly, given up smoking

If next year is anywhere near as good, I’ll be facing 30 with no fear.

Fifi Lapin

Image copyrighted to Fifi Lapin

I love this. How odd is it that so many people take inspiration from a bunny?

There is something truly addictive about the style advice, beautiful illustration and fashion blogging.

I want the book and a print. Perhaps an early birthday present to myself?

mini double chocolate cupcakes

These bite size pieces of indulgence are my own recipe. I’ve baked so many other cakes now I know the deal.

Eat them with a strong cup of tea. Happy birthday Aly!

Makes 20.

You need:

For the mixture:
60g unsalted softened butter
60g caster sugar
60g self raising flour
2 tablespoons cocoa
1 egg (medium)
2 tablespoons milk

For the topping:
80g white chocolate
chocolate vermicelli

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a mini cupcake tin with mini cases. If you don’t have a mini cupcake tin, double up the cases on a flat baking tray.
2. Put all the ingredients in a bowl and beat until shiny.
3. Place teaspoons of mixture in the cases.
4. Bake for 10 minutes remembering to turn the tins halfway through.
5. Once cool, spoon the melted chocolate on to the cakes and sprinkle with milk chocolate shavings or vermicelli. Leave to set.