What a handsome looking cake this is – so moist and darned moorish. My friend and pastry chef Christian kindly gave me the recipe for the above – it’s not complicated and as long as you follow the instructions to the … Read More
This is a classic cake that is so easy to make and even easier to eat. It also makes a great gift. When you have to bake every day, you want to make cakes that take minimum effort but deliver … Read More
Hungarian Goulash I’ve heard a lot about Minkies, a rather good looking cafe in Kensal rise. It has a reassuringly small menu and the kitchen is on display for everyone to see the goings on. Now I love a heart … Read More
It’s late at night and you’ve had a few. What could be more comforting than sinking your gnashers into a soft brioche roll with a portabello mushroom topped with melting gruyere, cheddar and a fiery hot tomato and coriander salsa? Serves 2 … Read More
Hot, spicy, garlicky chicken wrapped in crunchy lettuce leaves with a pile of fresh and fragrant salad. It looks great served on a big platter. Good food to share with good friends. Serves 6 12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs 2 … Read More
Along the way during my long relationship with food, I’ve picked up certain tips that have made my culinary journey easier and more importantly, much more enjoyable. Here they are, for what they’re worth. 1) Storing herbs. The best method I … Read More
As food porn goes, this is just utterly obscene. Having never baked an Epoisse before, (Camembert yes) I thought I’d give it a whirl. OH MY GOD. What a spectacularly good idea. Just add some spicy tomato chutney, (see recipe) … Read More
This is a sweet, nutty, hearty yet subtle soup that you can knock together in minutes. Bring on the winter, with this soup lining our boots we can face anything. 600g coarsely grated carrot 150g red split lentils 1 400ml can … Read More