It is one of my greatest pleasures to slowly meander around the streets of Paris like a modern day flaneur, exploring its backstreets, soaking in its sights, its odours, its very essence with a sense of almost childish wonderment … Read More
A frined of mine gave me the recipe for this dish, the colour of which is very rich and inviting and more importantly, has a wonderfully warming feel to it and is child’s play to make. NOTE Once you make … Read More
There is something awfully civilised about Sunday brunch. Good company is of course de rigeur, but what I most desire when I decide to spend precious time away from café life is a charming setting, exceptional quality and service that … Read More
Wise people in the culinary world often tell you not to mess with a simple recipe that represents decades of culture and of fine flavours. Why would you if you are using the very best of available produce? Well, here’s … Read More
I’ve not been in the least bit surprised at the news of closures, potential and real bankruptcies in the world of chain restaurants in recent news. Overpriced and underwhelming food do not make people happy. So, it was with a … Read More
Every year I visit a great pal in Estepona, not far from Gibraltar. We spend many hours eating tapas in the beach huts by the sea. Small plates in Spain are so very civilised – sharing a myriad of dishes … Read More
The prosperous, leafy village of Oxton, outside Liverpool, is home to a good handful of more than decent eateries. Thyme, a fairly new restaurant, was our choice for brunch as the start of a weekend of celebrating my big birthday … Read More
Brunch at The Hogarth Club in Chiswick had me recreating a dish that my companion wisely chose; a toasted bagel topped with mushrooms on one half, watercress and a whipped feta and beetroot dip on the other half. The devoted … Read More