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Green Pea Soup

February 2, 2026 smitsa 0

Green Pea Soup Servings : 4 Equipment Medium saucepan or soup pot Blender (immersion or countertop) Knife and cutting board Measuring cups and spoons Wooden […]

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Cock-a-Leekie Soup

February 2, 2026 smitsa 0

Cock-a-leekie is one of those proper, honest soups. It’s old-school Scottish comfort food, but don’t let that put you off — this thing is all […]

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Oxtail Soup

February 2, 2026 smitsa 0

Oxtail soup (ox-tail) is a very old recipe which came to prominence in the 19th century but has seen a resurgence because of interest in […]

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The History Behind Pottage

February 1, 2026 smitsa 0

Pottage, often described as a thick, hearty soup or stew, occupies a significant place in the culinary history of Europe and beyond, serving as both […]

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What is Haggis?

January 19, 2026 smitsa 0

Haggis is a savoury pudding that originally came from Scotland. Indeed, the best haggis is to be found there and is a mix of minced […]

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Braised Chicons (Belgian Endive)

January 10, 2026 smitsa 0

A traditional preparation that softens the natural bitterness of chicons through gentle braising, allowing light caramelization and a balanced sweet–savory profile. Suitable as a side […]

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Lobster Cocktail Croustades

January 5, 2026 smitsa 0

A croustade is a small, crisp edible shell or base—typically made from toasted bread, pastry, or fried dough—used to hold a filling. In classic French […]

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Celebrating Hogmanay

January 4, 2026 smitsa 0

Here’s an exploration of what people eat at Hogmanay, Scotland’s famous New Year celebration. I’ll cover its cultural background, traditional dishes, modern interpretations, and the […]

Mixed cheese croquettes with a mayonnaise and mustard dipping sauce.

Preparing Mixed Cheese Croquettes

January 3, 2026 smitsa 0

Cheese makes for great tasting croquettes. Here’s a delicious recipe for mixed cheese croquettes along with some serving suggestions such as a straightforward mayonnaise and […]

Garum is a fermented fish sauce. Prepared by fermentation from fish, salted garum sauce in a bottle on a gray background. Garum fish sauce made from anchovies on the grey background.

That Ancient Of Sauces, Garum

December 30, 2025 smitsa 0

Garum was one of the most distinctive and influential condiments of the ancient Mediterranean world, emblematic of Roman cuisine and trade, and a precursor to […]

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The Cuisine of Haiti

December 26, 2025 smitsa 0

Haitian cuisine is a richly textured, historically layered, and culturally resonant food tradition that embodies the complex history and identity of Haiti itself. It is […]