CHICKEN WITH CREME FRAICHE & VERMOUTH: This recipe is taken from Diana Henry’s fabulous cookbook “From oven to the Table”. We just love her books, and her chicken recipe are “to die for” and this … Continue Reading →
GREENS AND CHERMOULA POTATO PIE
This rustic star is sure to take centre stage at your table. With paper-thin slices of potato, spoonfuls of spicy chermoula and a flaky base, Yotam Ottolenghi has given us … Continue Reading →
Daube provençale
Daube is a classic Provençal stew made with inexpensive beef braised in wine, vegetables, garlic, and herbes de Provence, and traditionally cooked in a daubière, a braising pan. A traditional … Continue Reading →
CREAMY POLENTA WITH MUSHROOMS
A comforting dish from Claudia Roden (currently our favourite book) that’s perfect for the colder months, this recipe features meaty mixed mushrooms and a delicious cheesy polenta base. INGREDIENTS Serves … Continue Reading →
CHICKEN TRAY BAKE WITH BOILED LEMONS
This aromatic chicken tray bake from Claudia Roden is packed with olives and boiled lemons. It’s a brightly flavoured dish and very saucy especially good served with creamed potatoes. Quoting … Continue Reading →
SCANDI SMOKED SALMON
Try a Scandinavian approach to smoked salmon by adding dill, horseradish, lemon and red onion. the subtle oak-smoked salmon and herby dill add a beautiful contrast for a well-balanced dish. … Continue Reading →
CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS IN FRANCE
Christmas Eve. was traditionally the evening when French families sat down together to celebrate Christmas. The meal can go for up to six hours. Le Réveillon. Was the name of … Continue Reading →
SPICY LAMB KEBABS WITH LEMON POTATOES
Following on from our Christmas dinner with Cathy and Nigel, because it was so big we cut a piece off, to freeze for later. So I thought I would spice … Continue Reading →
CHILLI CON CARNE
This chilli con carne recipe has to be one of the best dishes to serve to friends for a casual get-together. An easy sharing favourite that uses up store cupboard … Continue Reading →