Friday, 31 May 2013

BBQ Chicken Kebabs with Peppers


Ok' so if you are planning a nice BBQ this weekend those babies will be a Talk of the Evening! 
This recipe is been a very favourite of mine and extremely popular with parties and friends. It is kind of  a family heirloom and the recipe  has been kept hidden away deep into my Recipe journal. Until I got so many requests from friends and family about the ''secret'' ingredients, that I decided to share this with you all :) Hope you love it and it becomes a regular tasty meal on your BBQ table too.

Sweet chilli chicken kebabs


Ingredients:
700g. boneless chicken thighs ( or 12 thighs) serves 6
1 teaspoon of ground caraway seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds ( crushed)
1 teaspoon ground coriander
3 garlic cloves ( crushed)
1 table spoon of salt
1 teaspoon of sweet paprika
1 teaspoon of chilly powder mild
200ml. plain Greek yogurt
150ml. pineapple juice
100ml. olive oil
2-3 sweet peppers cut into large pieces



Cut the chicken into a little pieces and place into a large bowl.  In a separate dish or little bowl mix together all ingredients. Pour the marinade over the chicken . Mix well, cover with cling film and leave in the fridge to marinate overnight. You can do a speedy BBQ - 2 hours marinating time, but I do prefer an overnight, as the chicken gets more flavor. It is good for the kids too, as it is not spicy, but if you would like a little spice kick just add an extra teaspoon of chilly powder. 
I always use a small metal skewers, but you can use the wooden ones too ( just leave them to soak in the cold water for 20min. before starting to arrange the chicken) 
Then weave the peppers in between the chicken pieces on the metal skewers. Use any vegetables you like: courgette, red onion.
Now the job for the Man :) They love to be in charge over the BBQ, but sometimes the burgers left unattended can turn black or as I say: very well done :)


Grill the chicken until is cooked true. Feel free to cut a piece open to check if they are done.
Lick the fingers and Enjoy!
xxxxxx


Wednesday, 29 May 2013

TIME FOR GIVEAWAY!





 First Winner will receive this fabulous yellow purse from Ralph Lauren!



The second winner will get pink Iphone holder from Paul's Boutique and Juicy Couture keyring! 




Today Vintage Peonies Blog is celebrating One Year Birthday!
It looks like yesterday I was writing my first post.....You know I'm still a beginner and learning every day something new about blogging. 
Most important I do love writing and it gives me a pleasure to have this little corner on the Web universe where I can share my moments of everyday life. Knowing that someone there is reading and enjoying my blog makes all this blogging worth while. 
I also want to say a huge, massive thank you and a big kiss to all my gorgeous readers ( old and new ones) and all of their lovely comments. I hope to continue my exploring of Blog space, creating  new interesting posts and sharing my life stories with you.....

Terms: To enter the Giveaway you have to be a follower of my blog, or start following me. Please leave your comment entry: Why You like my blog or what else you would love to see or read on my blog?
Two winners will be chosen at random.
This Giveaway is open to Vintage Peonies readers worldwide.
The closing time of this Giveaway is : WEDNESDAY 5TH.OF JUNE 2013.

The winner will be announced on Thursday 6th of June 2013.

GOOD LUCK!
XXXX


P.S. First of all thank you for all the lovely comments and wishes! They are very important to me and my Blog. 
So the first prize : Ralph Lauren purse will go to my loyal reader Jolanta.
and the second prize: Iphone holder from Paul's Boutique and Juicy Couture keyring will go to Nashath. 
Please contact me with your full name and address details at :daiva_g@hotmail.com

Congratulations and keep looking at your Post box for a little parcel! 
Love 
xxxxxx


Monday, 27 May 2013

SUN, ICE CREAM & GLORIOUS WEEKEND!


I have baked a Victoria Sponge Cake- it was delicious!










On a way to Hamble Marina











Back home we had a BBQ and lots of delicious food!


On Sunday morning we decided to take a trip to Bournemouth coast.


We had a short stop at Bournemouth Thai Food Festival

 







We love Ice Cream!













Pasta with Courgette and pancetta



I hope everyone had a great weekend! I know we sure did, although it wasn't long enough for us! 
We had our friends visiting us and spend a lovely time together enjoying food, drinks and lots of pretty places! Thank you once again Olga and Alex for your nice gift (  gorgeous spice rack) and a fabulous time together! We have visited beautiful parks and Hamble-le-Rice village, had a lovely drink at the local pub, enjoyed our Mr.Whippy ice cream, watched movies and drunk wine. Had a glorious sunny day at Bournemouth beach, tasted some great Thai food, had coffee lattes and a trip to New Forest! 
Sun, Ice Cream and Glorious Weekend :)
xxxx







Thursday, 23 May 2013

Guest Bedroom and a little project :)









It looks just like an iron but this little tool does the magic trick of sanding down :)


it looked dark and boring, but we used to have them in our bedroom to coordinate our bed.


Yes - I'm wearing an overalls :) 


the finished result. ( maybe it needs a different handles?)

The room is not completely done yet, so I plan to add a bit more in the future:
- add some art above the bed
- maybe a chair 
- Mirrored chest of drawers
- add free standing mirror
The walls are the original color from the previous home owners, I can't decide what color I want to paint everything, so for now it stays as it is.

And here is the list of the items I got for the bedroom:

1. the violet photo frame was a great TK maxx find
2.mirrored table tray is from Debenhams ''butterfly by Matthew Williamson''
3. Chrome pebble black side lamps are from The Range
4. butterfly ornament at Marks& Spencers
5.Cushion is from ''butterfly by Matthew Williamson '' collection at Debenhams
6. Grey big Cushions from Ikea
7. Bed Linen at Debenhams ''butterfly by Matthew williamson''
8.fitted bed sheet is from ''Christy''

xxxxx