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jAy Ph.D.
@jayrotoole.bsky.social
Cultural and Literary Historian, EM PhD

Analyst-Feminist-actor-massage therapist-cook- @kylieminogue -Nigella-Kate Bush-Dannii-ALL my views-He/They 🌈❄️🕊

Academic Book Out Now: Early Modern Sexualities. The Desires of King James VI & I (2025).
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Kinda’ proud that this was one of my most popular tweets before the fall of democracy!
Hey Presto by Nigella:

Chocolate Macaroons

These accompanied the Budino di Cioccolato

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 24, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Hey Presto by Nigella:

Budino di Cioccolato

I took this pic before it set properly because I wanted to eat it rather than look at it 🤷🏻‍♂️

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 24, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Hey Presto by Nigella:

Amaretto Syllabub

Light with an almond crunch.

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 24, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Hey Presto by Nigella:

Spaghettini (Linguine) with Prawns and Chilli

The sunblush tomatoes really bring this whole dish together.

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 24, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Lunchbox Treats by Nigella:

Mini Meatloaves.

So, you are supposed to wait until these cool down but I’m greedy…

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 24, 2026 at 5:17 PM
On the Run by Nigella:

Crunchy Salad with Hot and Sour Dressing.

This is actually quite filling and very healthy!

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 24, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Speedy Gonzales by Nigella:

Mexican Scrambled Eggs

The chopped chilli adds a nice bit of heat here.

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 24, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Peanut-Butter and Jam Jewels by Nigella:

#DomesticGoddess #CookTheBook
January 23, 2026 at 3:11 PM
Jam-Doughnut Muffins by Nigella:

#DomesticGoddess #CookTheBook
January 23, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Lunchbox Treats by Nigella:

New Orleans Coleslaw

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 23, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Lunchbox Treats by Nigella:

Buttermilk Roast Chicken

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 23, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Reposted by jAy Ph.D.
*New research*

'Exploring Early Modern Sexualities' by Jason O'Toole is a study of homoerotic desire & friendship between King James VI & I, Queen Anna and his favourites through an analysis of early modern literary texts & material culture.

Out now: https://bit.ly/3JuBJlB
December 15, 2025 at 12:16 PM
OMG @nigella.bsky.social

I just squealed with excitement! Is this true?

Mum and I have been working through #GBBO in the evenings while I cook your books during the day. I could not be happier for you (and us!) xxx
January 23, 2026 at 9:37 AM
Tarted-Up Homey Dinner for 6 (for 2):

Chicory and Mustard Salad
Pea Orzotto and Roasted Leeks
Poached Pistachio-Sprinkled Apricots with Crème Fraîche

#CookTheBook #HowToEat
January 22, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Chorizo, Pepperoni, Roast Onions and Roast Peppers Pizza.

So, this is actually Paul Hollywood’s base recipe with my own toppings.
January 22, 2026 at 7:19 PM
I have been working through #GBBO with my mum in the evenings and it inspired me to try my own bread: so here is Paul Hollywood’s Cottage Loaf:
January 22, 2026 at 7:17 PM
Spring-Scented Lunch for 8 (for 2):

Tarragon French Roast Chicken
Leeks, Rice, Peas, and Mangetouts
Lemon Pie

#CookTheBook #HowToEat
January 22, 2026 at 7:13 PM
On the Run by Nigella:

Rocky Road Crunch Bars

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 22, 2026 at 7:11 PM
On the Run by Nigella:

Chicken Caesar Coronets

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 22, 2026 at 7:09 PM
Kale with Chorizo and Poached Egg
Quails’ Eggs and New Potatoes

#HowToEat #CookTheBook
January 22, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Speedy Gonzales by Nigella:

Sweetcorn Chowder with Toasted Tortillas

#NigellaExpress #CookedThatBook
January 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Two billionaires with the capacity to solve world issues such as child poverty, wars, etc., and they spend it instead clapping each other on the back after bullying a trans woman.

Tax billionaires out of existence.
January 21, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Just a reminder that it is way past time that the Epstein files were released in their entirety.
January 16, 2026 at 7:33 PM
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Billionaires are a plague on our planet.

They need to be taxed out of existence.

www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
How a billionaire with interests in Greenland encouraged Trump to acquire the territory
US president’s friend Ronald Lauder – who first proposed Arctic expansion – is now making deals in the island
www.theguardian.com
January 15, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Billionaires are a plague on our planet.

They need to be taxed out of existence.

www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
How a billionaire with interests in Greenland encouraged Trump to acquire the territory
US president’s friend Ronald Lauder – who first proposed Arctic expansion – is now making deals in the island
www.theguardian.com
January 15, 2026 at 12:12 PM