This is one of the most versatile sauces I’ve ever made, not to mention one of the easiest to create. Great with spaghetti and a fine partner to most fish and chicken dishes. Drizzle on omelettes or scrambled eggs. Pour … Read More
Butternut squash is not for everyone and the addition of sweet potato makes this soup a little too sweet for some, but our customers and friends alike have really enjoyed it. TIP Great with a baguette that’s slavered in garlic … Read More
Experimenting on a nine course British tasting menu to celebrate the imminent coronation, I thought a twist on the cheese course would be fun and more to the point, a huge hit. Well, it with me. TIP If you don’t … Read More
Mildly spiced, packed with flavour, this versatile paste is wonderful with scrambled eggs, as a marinade on chicken, white fish and spread on cheddar before bubbling under the grill for a wicked toastie. It takes five minutes to put together … Read More
Simplicity itself, this is a quick, pretty and very satisfying dish which makes an elegant starter for a dinner party. TIP Use only fresh crab. I used half brown and half white but if you have a preference for either … Read More
This is a very versatile and easy dip to make. It will last in the fridge for at least a week. Tip If you can’t be bothered to make the labneh (strained yogurt) you can just use the best full … Read More
This very elegant looking dish is bound to elicit a satisfying number of ‘oohs’ at your dinner table and makes a great starter for Christmas day. It’s easy to assemble and you can prepare a few hours ahead. TIP Use … Read More
I’ve come to the conclusion that its utterly pointless to skimp when buying prawns. Can’t trust the quality of frozen prawns and to date I can’t better the taste and texture of those beauties from Madagasca. Eye wateringly expensive they … Read More