I have mentioned my friend V a number of times and her alter ego in the culinary world is Pearl Barley.
Any invitation to eat with her is grabbed with dribbling enthusiasm because it is never disappointing and invariably a wonderful food experience (although I hated having to turn down a very kind invitation to sunday lunch today due to other commitments – aaaaagggggh!!).
Add to the gorgeous food, a convivial environment, good friends and a bit of wine, and it is guaranteed to be a good event.
We seem to have enjoyed Vicki’s efforts much more than she has enjoyed ours of late and by way of a small thank you, I thought it was about time Pearl Barley had her own apron.
So here we are.
I know she will use it, a more appreciative recipient for a gift, you will never meet.

More grateful than you will ever know. A fabulous gift guaranteed to please.
Cooking in style xxxx