The Lowdown On Gummy Bears
Introduction Children especially love the packets of chewy, colourful and sweet gummy bears. These have a long history in modern confectionary. They were originally invented […]
Recipe
How to make Pear Drops
Pear drops are a classic British confectionery with a charming history. They date back to the 19th century and are known for their distinctive pear […]
How to Make Sfogliatella
Sfogliatella or Lobster tails in English was one of the show stoppers (I prefer treats) in the Great British Bake Off. What an interestingly complex baked sweet […]
Vegetable Biryani
A classic vegetable biryani dish which is based on one that I have had regularly from the takeaways in Cinderford for many years. Ingredients 275g […]
Making White Finger Rolls
White finger rolls are soft, elongated bread rolls that are perfect for making sandwiches, hot dogs, or enjoying with butter and jam. These rolls are […]
Brown Butter Seared Black Cod with Puttanesca Sauce and Micro Greens
This recipe serves two and offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, with the rich, buttery black cod complemented by the tangy, umami-rich Puttanesca […]
Carrot Marmalade
Carrot Marmalade This homemade carrot marmalade on toast, scones, or as a sweet addition to cheese platters! Ingredients 500g carrots, peeled and grated 2 large […]
Chanterelle Mushroom Soup with Herb Emulsion
Equipment: Large saucepan or pot Blender or food processor Knife and cutting board Measuring cups and spoons Wooden spoon Fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth (optional, […]
Cashew Mac’n’Cheese
Cashews, when they are used to full effect are as good as tofu in any dish and they lend a different perspective to classic vegan […]
Vietnamese Spinach and Tofu Soup
An interesting vietnamese dish is spinach and tofu soup which is also known as canh cai bo xoi nau dau phu. This soup uses cotton […]
Roasted Salmon Fillets With A Pistachio, Wasabi Mayonnaise Topping
The preparation time is less than 5 minutes whilst the roasting is between 15 and 20 minutes. Serves 4 Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets, skin on […]
Confit Monkfish Rolled in Celeriac Ash
Here is a refined, restaurant-style recipe for Confit Monkfish Rolled in Celeriac Ash, served with a Pickled Celeriac and Monkfish Millefeuille, Crispy Celeriac Strands, and […]
Fettucine with Peas, Asparagus, and Pancetta
Fettucine with Peas, Asparagus, and Pancetta is a classic Italian pasta dish that’s perfect for springtime. The combination of fresh vegetables, savory pancetta, and rich […]
Preparing Beef Aloo Qeema
Beef Aloo Qeema, also known as Keema Aloo, is a popular Pakistani and North Indian dish made with minced beef (keema) and potatoes (aloo), cooked […]
Bahārāt- An Age Old Spice From Arabia Set For The Western World
The spice, Bahārāt is literally translated as such in Arabic and is one of the great all-purpose seasonings found in Middle Eastern cuisine. It is […]
Preparing Endives Au Gratin
Cooking Time Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes (including boiling the endives and baking) Equipment Needed Medium-sized saucepan Small baking dish (or individual […]
Pan-Fried Prawns with Prawn Fritters, Mango Puree Dressing, Pickled Chili and Coriander Leaves
Prawns, with their sweet and succulent flavor, are a seafood lover’s delight. In this recipe for two, Steve created a tantalizing dish as his opening […]
Grilled Asparagus Salad
Try this excellent recipe for a Grilled Asparagus Salad with Mixed Greens, Oregano Vinaigrette, Shaved Parmesan, Toasted Pine Nuts, and Pickled Asparagus Tips This grilled […]
Lentil Curry
Serves 4: preparation time: 5 minutes; Cooking time: 45 minutes. Total time: 50 minutes. Serve with poppadoms and some mango chutney. Ingredients: 2 tbsp sunflower […]
The Glamorgan Sausage
For me, there are a couple of foods which you associate with Wales that have become mainstream on the dinner table and one is the […]