Burrida
A burrida is a speciality fish dish from the Italian island of Sardinia (Sardegna) although it is also a signature dish of Liguria in Northern […]
BEAUTY AND LIFESTYLE
Timbale of Smoked Fish
If you are thinking of a suitable appetizer to grace any meal then a timbale, which is a small offering of fish or vegetables, or […]
Chinese Steamed Buns
Chinese steam bread or buns are popular staples to accompany all sorts of chinese dishes. Peking duck and chow meins are all popular dishes which […]
Battered Cod and Chips with Minted Mushy Peas and Tartare Sauce
Battered cod and chips with minted mushy peas and tartare sauce is a beloved classic of British cuisine. This hearty and satisfying meal is perfect […]
Farsan: A Classic Type of Snack of Indian Culture
I know many contacts in the snack food industry who often discuss Farsan and what it means to them as a business. “Farsan” as I […]
Cheddar Cheese Croquettes
Croquettes are a delightful way of presenting various foods. Here’s a recipe for six delicious cheddar cheese croquettes. We also have a similar recipe for […]
Shuzhuk
Rarely do you ever see smoked horsemeat sausages in the supermarket or retailer but the Shuzhuk is one true delicacy. It used to be the […]
Preparing the Classic Risotto
Truly the most famous of all rice dishes must be the risotto and not chow mein or pilaf although these hold great sway in their […]
Is there any difference between sashimi, nigiri and sushi ?
The difference between sashimi and sushi actually comes down to one ingredient and that is rice. When you visit Japanese restaurants you often see sashimi […]
Making Pastry Or Paste: A Chef’s Essential Skill
Cold hands, warm heart, great at pastry. All pastry is a mix of flour, many with fat and water which are all put together to […]
Preparing Gazpacho Soup
Ingredients 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped 1 red pepper, deseeded and chopped 1 green pepper, deseeded and chopped 1kg ripe plum tomatoes, cored and chopped […]
Preparing a Fish Stock
A fish stock is an absolute requirement for any seafood dish that requires a strong sauce or a base for a soup, fish stew, various […]
One Pasta Dish Sorts Chefs Out – Cacio e Pepe
Trawling through the recipes for pasta dishes often reveals a few that have made their mark with chefs, not for complexity but for their sheer […]
How To Prepare A Ciabatta
Ciabatta bread, for all its ubiquity has retained its quality even though it is produced a massive scale. It is one of the great breads […]
Snails
Snails are probably not at the top of everybody’s fine dining experience. They have however been revered as a delicacy for centuries. In Italy they […]
Making a Chicken Liver Parfait
The chicken liver parfait is to all intents and purposes a very smooth pate with the possibly the best flavour you can imagine from such […]
Rosemary And Rosemary Oil – So Many Uses
Rosemary is one of the ancient cult plants, closely associated with love and marriage, birth and death. Similarly, rosemary oil is an important anti-microbial which […]
Resistant Starch And Gut Health
Starch is possibly the most important source of energy for feeding the world’s population. There isn’t a culture that developed to any extent without the […]
Furikake Encrusted Albacore Tuna with Yuzu Aioli
Furikake encrusted Albacore tuna is a great Japanese dish which has crossed over the Pacific to the Western seaboard of the USA. I’ve seen it […]
Sustainability and Green Issues with Baking
Baking, while a cherished culinary art, presents several sustainability challenges. Addressing these issues can significantly reduce the environmental footprint of both home and commercial baking. […]