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 →
JANE GRIGSON CURRIED PARSNIP SOUP
This is Jane Grigson’s famous soup, and loved by everyone who tastes it. The colour is deep amber, and the texture thick. The soup is thick and creamy with … Continue Reading →
PEA AND LETTUCE SOUP
This recipe was given to us by Sheila’s Sister-in-Law. It is so so easy, but tasty. Summer in a bowl. Ingredients 1 head of lettuce cos or iceberg … Continue Reading →
MAPLE PORK RIBS WITH TOMATO CHUTNEY
This is our Pork choice for international Pork Day this year. Nigel Slater cooks the ribs in an unusual way. Simmering them in a thick mixture of spices, mustard seeds, … Continue Reading →
BEEF SHATKORA
Beef Shatkora is a rich spicy tangy curry made using the shatkora citrus fruit, or in this case pink grapefruit. This dish does take a bit of time and … Continue Reading →
CONSIDER THE FORK. A REVIEW
Now for something completely different, a book review! and, Different again in that Sheila has written it. “Consider the Fork” by Bee Wilson The history of how we cook and eat, … Continue Reading →
STUFFED TOMATOES WITH TOMATO SAUCE
Stuffed tomatoes. These are something I love to eat in the summer, ideally at room temperature on a hot evening, with a glass of rosé and some good bread. … Continue Reading →
HOT STRAWBERRY PIE
Sheila’s Mum used to make a soft strawberry pie, which according to Sheila always had a soggy bottom. So, it is interesting reading Simon Hopkinson’s introduction to … Continue Reading →
COD POTATO AND SPRING ONION STEW
Good Friday is upon us, so why not Cozy up to this delicious Cod and potato stew. It’s creamy, and so full of flavour. Other fish recipes to try. … Continue Reading →