Rebecca Tomes
Digital Assistant at Gathered
Rebecca is a Digital Assistant for Gathered and loves creating online content, particularly writing articles. Writing has always been a big part of Rebecca’s life, leading her to study English Language at University, but she discovered her love of creating social media content, including photography and video, since enrolling in a level 3 apprenticeship in content creation at the start of this year. Before working for Gathered, Rebecca was the Production Editor of Today’s Quilter for almost two years and fell in love with the world of craft and the wonderful crafty community. She is extremely passionate about how craft is a fantastic mindful activity and believes everyone would benefit from taking up craft as a hobby.
Recent articles by Rebecca Tomes
Here's why the Aquaphor Fresh water filter jug is making staying hydrated easier than ever...
We recently tested the Aquaphor Fresh water filter jug – read our review to discover why it's a kitchen essential.
TV DIY expert Nick Knowles shares his top tips to save you £££s!
TV presenter Nick Knowles busts common household myths, from energy use to the tips and tricks passed down through generations
Creamy cherry tomato risotto
This vegan risotto combines creamy coconut milk, tomatoes, and crisp white wine for a rich, hearty dinner. Recipe and image courtesy of Romina Callwitz, romylondonuk.com
Cheesy chorizo and courgette baked rice
This easy one-pot dinner combines chorizo, courgette, and rice, topped with melted cheddar cheese. Recipe and image courtesy of Tesco, realfood.tesco.com
Kedgeree with watercress
With fragrant rice, flaky haddock, and jammy boiled eggs, this dish is comforting and full of flavour. Recipe and image courtesy of The Watercress Company, watercress.co.uk
Miso ginger salmon
Melt-in-the-mouth miso salmon, crispy kale, and basmati rice come together in this delicious and easy meal. Recipe and image courtesy of Discover Great Veg, discovergreatveg.co.uk
Fajita fried rice with Cajun chicken ‘croutons’
With flavourful rice, vegetables and crispy chicken pieces, this quick and tasty meal is a mid-week staple. Recipe and image courtesy of Asda, asda.com
Zesty chickpea traybake with tomato confit
With nourishing vegetables, chickpeas, and a jammy tomato confit, this vegan traybake is nutritious and full of flavour. Recipe and image courtesy of Romina Callwitz, romylondonuk.com
Middle Eastern chicken and lentil salad
Serve tender chicken with fresh salad and a creamy yoghurt dressing. Recipe and image courtesy of Asda, asda.com.
Salmon with creamy spinach and beans
Pair salmon with cannellini beans for a wholesome meal that's rich in omega-3 fats and fibre. Recipe and image courtesy of Waitrose, waitrose.com
Katsu mackerel rice bowls
Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with omega-3s, this katsu mackerel rice bowl is an easy and nutritious midweek meal. Recipe and image courtesy of Tesco
Real Food, realfood.tesco.com
Raspberry flapjack slices
Whip up these tasty raspberry flapjack slices for a sweet treat that's packed with goodness. Recipe and image courtesy of Love Fresh Berries, lovefreshberries.co.uk
Air fryer sweet potato fudgy brownies
Made from nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, this vegan brownie recipe offers a healthier alternative that still feels indulgent. Recipe and image courtesy of The Happy Pear, thehappypear.ie
Seville orange and poppy seed cake
Enjoy the delicious flavours of fresh orange and nutty poppy seed with this easy cake recipe. Recipe and image courtesy of Tesco Real Food, realfood.tesco.com
Yoghurt and berry bark
Freeze natural yoghurt topped with blackcurrants, dark chocolate and nuts for a sweet and nutritious snack that will satisfy your cravings. Recipe and image courtesy of The Blackcurrant Foundation, blackcurrantfoundation.co.uk
Hate Christmas? Here’s how to survive hosting this Holiday season (and actually enjoy it), says relationship expert
From getting the house guest-ready to preparing the sit-down dinner, hosting Christmas can feel extremely daunting. Find out how to take the stress out of the holidays, according to the experts.
Maximise small kitchens with these smart space-saving ideas
Use these simple and effective design tricks to make your small kitchen more spacious and inviting.
Chocolate orange trifle
This easy yet impressive dessert puts a spin on the classic trifle with delicious flavours of chocolate and orange. Recipe and image courtesy of Asda, asda.com
Chocolate mousse
Light, wonderfully chocolatey, and with a generous dollop of cream on top, you can't beat the classic chocolate mousse. Recipe and image from Bon App! by Isabelle Dunn (£30, Smith Street Books). Photography: Alan Benson.
Traditional braised red cabbage
With a wonderful tanginess and a perfect blend of spices, this braised red cabbage recipe will add extra flavour to your roast dinner. Recipe and image from A Very Vegan Christmas mini cookbook (£5, Viva!), veganrecipeclub.org.uk
Jewelled veggie leek and parsnip stuffing
Packed with seasonal vegetables, dried apricots and pecans, this tasty stuffing recipe is the perfect accompaniment to your Christmas turkey. Recipe and image courtesy of Asda, asda.com
Beef dripping smashed roasties
Upgrade your roast potatoes with meaty flavour by cooking them in delicious beef dripping. Recipe and image courtesy of Asda, asda.com
Nut roast wreath with sage crisps
Make this vegan nut roast in the shape of a wreath and decorate with aromatic sage crisps and orange slices for the perfect festive dish. Recipe and image from A Very Vegan Christmas mini cookbook (£5, Viva!), veganrecipeclub.org.uk. Recipe: Maryanne Hall, photography: Niki Webster.
Sticky cola ham
Infuse your Christmas ham with sweet cola flavour and coat it with a treacly glaze with this delicious recipe. Recipe and image from Gluten Free Christmas by Becky Excell (£22, Quadrille). Photography: Hannah Hughes