Staycations are all the rage – everyone’s doing them; we’ve worn the phrase out, I get that but in this weather? It’s been cold, wet and windy for DAYS. I read today that summer is making a… Read More
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A little windy down the hut this weekend but did that stop us? Not at all. We needed to check how the hut stood up to the rain we’ve been having lately. We fixed extra… Read More
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A full on big roast beef dinner, that’s what the father in our house asked for today; with a proper pudding. I can do that. A day planned with sailing in the morning, darts match… Read More
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This weekend was taken up with car hunting, sleepovers and chores. Buying a car is a considered purchase to my husband and feels it’s worth major investment of his time. I tend to suffer from severe ADD (self-diagnosed)… Read More
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When we had a new woodburner fitted in our house, we decided to keep the old one and put it outside. I had visions of family and friends sitting at big table outside with it burning away… Read More
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Patatas bravas – a classic tapas dish of chopped potato in a spicy sauce with tomatoes, garlic and chilli.
My name is Elinor Hill, aka "Beach Hut Cook". I am lucky enough to live by the sea, and I spend a ridiculous amount of time there in our beach hut. I love cooking simple and tasty food for my family, often down the hut or carefully transported to it. There is nothing better than a feast by the sea with the odd cocktail or two thrown in. For me: it’s as good as it gets.
