Edible Papaya Boats

The ultimate in fast food breakfast in a crafted edible bowl. A fresh, delicious & nutritious breakfast that just looks beautiful. Perfect for if your in a hurry or just lounging on a Sunday morning; check out our recipe below.

PAPAYA BOATS

Serves: 2

INGREDIENTS
80g mixed seeds (or Oats or granola which ever you prefer)
1 apple, grated
Splash of vanilla
Pinch of cinnamon
20g blueberrys
1 Tablespoon chia seeds
1 Papaya
Strawberries, blueberries to serve
Blackberrys
Bananas
Almonds
Coconut flakes
1 Nectarines

INSTRUCTIONS
Simply pop the oats in a bowl.
Cut the papaya in half and use a teaspoon to scoop out the seeds.
Fill the papaya bowls with the muesli, oats or seeds and top with berries and all the ingredients listed with a pinch of cinnamon and your good to go!

Sincerely Madia & Matilda

Breakfast of Champions

With Wimbledon on at the moment it’s time to eat the British breakfast, or snack, of tennis champions A.K.A scones. They’re perfect for trying to replicate the Wimbledon experience, whether, it’s whilst eating lounging on the sofa watching TV or sitting in the garden on a picnic blanket with friends. 

Check out our recipe for scone

Ingredients:

350g of self-raising flour and extra for dusting

¼ tsp of salt

1tsp of baking powder

85g of butter cut into cubes

3tbsp of caster sugar

175ml of milk

1 tsp of vanilla extract

Squeeze lemon juice

Beaten egg to glaze

Jam and clotted cream to serve

Method:

1. Heat the oven to 220c/fan and 200c/gas 7. Tip flour, salt and baking powder into a large bowl and mix.

2. Add the butter then rub with fingers into the dry mixture until the mixture becomes fine like crumbs. Then stir in the sugar.

3. Put the milk in a tub and heat for 30 seconds in the microwave so it’s warm. Add the vanilla and lemon juice. Then put it to the side and put a baking sheet to the oven.

4. Make a hole in the dry mix and add the liquid. Combine it quickly with a knife; it will seem very wet at first.

5. Scatter flour on a surface and put the dough on it. Put flour on your hands too. Fold the dough over 2-3 times until it’s a little smoother. Then pat the dough into a round that is roughly 4cm deep.

6. Take a round cutter and dip it in flour before cutting out the dough.

7. Bake for 10 minutes until they are golden on the top.

Style - Retro Rewind

Being surrounded by vintage fabrics in the Madia and Matilda hub a retro rewind is inevitable – queue the minis that’ll make any 60s girl proud, and jumpsuits for channelling you’re inner Woodstock flower power

We’ve created Minnie the mini and Simone the tartan wrap for the sassiest of 60s inspired M&M girls. For those channelling their Ms. Jean Brodie, pair Minnie with some mid heel ballerina pumps for the perfect 60s leg baring look. If 90s is more your thing, wear Simone with a velvet choker and space buns for thatSpice Girls girl power. Grab your Doc Martens, leather jacket and Simone skirt (or sister piece the Jessie trousers) for channelling your inner 80s female rebel.

As a modern take on Audrey’s black Breakfast At Tiffany’s dress we’ve created Cordelia. The evening dress with the perfectly elegant high bateau neck and flattering slim cut, pair with a messy beehive for the effortless chic look Audrey would approve of.

Bella the halter neck jumpsuit is a piece we love for its versatility. Wear as a modern day statement piece or, wear a bell sleeved Bardot top for Summer of Love vibes. 

Sincerely Madia & Matilda

Idyllic Nailsworth

Nailsworth

An area renowned for its award winning restaurants, cafes, boutiques and idyllic views. The beautiful scenic town of Nailsworth, set in the heart of the Cotswold's, near where we currently reside.

We have  assembled our list of favourite places to visit.

The Canteen.

Situated in the heart of Nailsworth, but out of the way of the hustle and bustle, The Canteen is perfect for a quick getaway. From cappuccinos to an array of various treats (it’s a must to sample one those) to healthy salads, The Canteen offers it all. Located next to Domestic Science, you can have a catch up with friends then have a little peak at the amazing nik naks and furniture you will find in Domestic Science.

 For more information visit http://thecanteennailsworth.co.uk

Domestic Science.

If you’re looking for something a little different, vintage furnishings for your home or for a birthday, anniversary or a gift then Domestic Science can offer all this. If you are stuck for ideas, what you think you may never find may well be in there. Even things you didn’t even know about that existed (happened to me…). They are also a stockist of the Annie Sloane Chalk Paint for any budding DIY’ers out there.

For more information visit https://domscihome.wordpress.com

Williams Food Hall.

 Williams Food Hall dates back to 1975 by William and Rae Beeston and is responsible for putting Nailsworth on the map for foodies like myself, even Jack Straw said ‘I’ve been told I must stop by William’s Kitchen’ Offering fresh fish, delicatessen, restaurant and catering, William’s does it all, and does it well. Now owned by Ed and Helen Playne since 2014, it really is a must see if you are passing through Nailsworth.

For more information visit http://www.williamsfoodhall.co.uk

The Old Fleece.

 As part of The Food Club which offers membership and discount on selected Cotswolds pubs. The Old Fleece is a charming 250-year old coaching inn, located between Stroud and Nailsworth was built ‘in the heyday of the Stroud wool industry’. Attentive staff, great hearty food and amazing cookies, a visit is a must (also ideally situated opposite Madia & Matilda…) To find out more about how you can join The Food Club, visit www.food-club.co.uk and

http://www.food-club.com/pubs/the-old-fleece/

Hobbs House Bakery.

A family business established back in the 1920’s, Hobbs House is always busy and when you go inside, you will understand why! There award-winning bread is all baked fresh and can even be delivered to your door. They offer a fabulous breakfast and lunchtime menu, in their café, upstairs. For afterwards, you must pick up a treat either it be a brownie or bakewell tart, they offer some very tasty treats it is quite hard to walk by empty handed. To top it offer they offer a range of courses, visit www.hobbshousebakery.co.uk for more info.

Woodchester Mansion.

 Woodchester Mansion is totally unique; this is because it is unfinished. However a walk around the ground unveils hundreds of years of history and it really is a great place for a family walk or for dog walkers. You can choose how long you walk for and each walk will take you past various attractions. Each season is so different so whenever you walk is always magical. In  1750 Frederick Prince of Wales stayed there and in 1788 King George III visited.

For the full history, visit www.woodchestermansion.org.uk/History

Mother Goose

 Wool and craft emporium, specialising in craft supplies, kits for knitting, crochet, sewing, needle felting and peg dolls. An abundance of yarns, felting wool, felt, doll, squares of materials, buttons, and ribbons. 

If you share a passion for hand craft you can find it all here, in 10a Market Street, Nailsworth, Gloucestershire http://www.mothergooseonline.co.uk/contact-us.html

Herringbone

 The refined and stylish Herringbone fabric shop, has carefully curated a collection of stylish fabrics, all arranged with colour palette set to inspire. Dressmaking patterns & quality haberdashery. Including small independant branded products and trims; such as Merchant & Mills, By Hand London, Colette, Sew Liberated, Sew Over It, Salme, Liesl + co, Grainline Studio, DIY Couture & Oliver+s.

For those sewing bees, Herringbone is the place to visit for all sewing needs.

http://herringboneshop.co.uk/

This is just a few of the wonders which the little town of Nailsworth, has to offer. With so much more to be discovered, why not find out for yourself.


Green Spirit Organic Fruit and Veg shop

Sincerely Madia & Matilda