Parsley and Mint Gremolata by Zina Manda
This almost ‘Cryptonite’ emulsion, so vibrantly green and delicious, can be whizzed up in a couple of minutes. It’s a terrific addition to a lamb or beef stew, drizzled over a root vegetable soup or dotted around a plate of seared scallops with cauliflower puree. … Read More
Chateau Sainte Marguerite by M. Kuehn
Since being introduced to the fine rose wines of Provence, largely due to my friends at Mirabeau, I came across this divine wine at Marco Pierre White’s Steak and Alehouse. Astonishingly good, elegant, refined, it’s fresh and really punchy. The … Read More
Marco Pierre White’s Steak and AleHouse – like the girl with the curl by Maria Kuehn
First rate carpaccio A pale beauty from Provence Meltingly soft pork belly Disappointing beetroot and goat’s cheese salad A most lack lustre cheese board You know the poem, don’t you? The girl with the curl – ‘when she was good, … Read More
Pedriel 2010 – A Terrific Malbec by M.Kuehn
Having recently had the very great fortune to dine at the dazzling and lavish Gaylord Indian restaurant in London, (a review of which is coming soon) the pleasure was doubled by the addition of the above wine, a meaty and … Read More
The Kensington Quarter at Hotel Indigo by Michael R. Goss
My previous experience of restaurants attached to hotels has not been full of culinary delights, so I approached the invitation to eat at Kensington Quarter with more than a little trepidation rather than the tumescent anticipation that usually accompanies … Read More
‘Relish South East” – a cookery book for the serious foodie by Maria Kuehn
Lychee Macaron Scallops with pea puree Filled with luscious recipes, beautifully shot and a testament to pure genius, Relish allows a bunch of uber talented chefs to show case their Gargantuan skills in the kitchen. This book isn’t for everyone. … Read More
Tagliatelle with streaky bacon, spinach and creme fraiche
Plonking a big bowl of pasta into the middle of a table that is surrounded by friends is one of life’s simple joys. You just add a big green salad, some artisan bread and a couple of bottles of Primitovo … Read More
Spinach, Pea and Parmesan Soup by Maria Kuehn
What could be more comforting than a deeply flavoursome spinach, pea and Parmesan soup. You can knock it up in minutes and its colour is stunning. It’s a firm favourite with the customers and when you try it you’ll know … Read More