Friday, February 23, 2007

Vagina Monologues


Its a show based on a collection of womens stories. Every monologue relates to the vagina, be it through sex, love, rape, menstruation, mutilation, masturbation, birth, orgasm, the variety of names for the vagina, or simply as a physical aspect of the female body. A recurring theme throughout the piece is the vagina as a tool of female empowerment, and the ultimate embodiment of individuality.

Before going I wasn't sure what I would think of Carol Smiley in this role, as normally I'm not her biggest fan. However, she did come across well, and after
seeing her simulate an orgasm on stage Im not sure I'll view her in the
same light again.

Its a girls night out with a twist, if you haven't been you should
definately try to get along.

Pancake Day!


If anyone is like me and has a savoury tooth instead of sweet you should try these pancakes

Sesame & chilli pancakes with tzatziki
Makes 25-30

Ingredients
100g gluten-free flour
1 egg
150ml soya yogurt
1 green and 1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
1 bunch spring onions, finely sliced, plus extra to serve
2 tbsp chopped coriander
1 tbsp sesame seeds
a little oil for frying

For The Tzatziki
150g Greek yogurt
13cm/5in cucumber, deseeded and grated
2 tbsp chopped mint

Method
Whizz the flour, egg, yogurt and 2 tbsp water together in a food
processor to form a smooth batter. tip into a bowl, then stir in the
chillies, spring onions, coriander and sesame seeds. Cover and chill
until required.
To make the tzatziki, mix the yogurt, cucumber and mint together,
season to taste, then chill.
Heat a small frying pan with a splash of oil, wiping out excess oil
with kitchen paper. fry the pancake mixture a dessertspoonful at a time,
for 1 min on each side, until lightly browned. tip onto a plate and keep
warm. pile onto a large platter, top with a dollop of tzatziki and some
extra sliced spring onions and serve warm.

Wednesday, February 14, 2007