The Flask, Hampstead by Michael R. Goss
I’ve always been a compulsive bookworm since childhood; reading books under the covers by torchlight and probably ruining my eyesight in the process. Hampstead and Highgate were one of my regular haunts for book hunting. I would take the tube … Read More
Scrambled Eggs with Pancetta, Cherry Toms and Chives by M. Kuehn
This is such a comforting breakfast and of course, only the best eggs should be used. These were bought from a hut outside a farm with just an honesty box placed next to them. Warms the cockles of your heart. … Read More
Halibut with brown shrimp butter and capers by M. Kuehn
Halibut steaks that are quite thickly cut can be a bit tricky as you want them cooked throughout but not mullered on the outside. Baking them for a few minutes solves this problem. Serves 2 2 halibut steaks 1 small … Read More
Ian’s Aioli – Shiny, Splendid Stuff by Ian Jack
One of my favourite trips to make on a rare holiday is to Mellor Brook, a tiny village up North where my friends of true gorgeosity feed me and take me to splendid restaurants. Whilst Fiona and I natter away, … Read More
The Gin Garden by Michael R.Goss
A beautiful early summer day was the perfect excuse for a minding bellies field trip to investigate the just launched Wild Food Market, at Brook Green, W14. But, more about that in a future blog, the main reason for the … Read More
Poilane Bread by M. Kuehn
Bread – the stuff of life. The smell of baking bread is just so intoxicating, isn’t it? I remember my mum’s rye bread, straight out of the oven and slathered with butter for my boiled eggs. My friends still remember the … Read More
Pan fried chicken breast in parmesan and bread crumbs by M. Kuehn
I don’t often use chicken breast in my cooking, being a much bigger fan of the thigh but if you want a large, flattened schnitzel for a main course I would butterfly a breast into two portions and flatten them … Read More
Triade by M. Kuehn
Fragrant and fresh, this wine is blended from three grape varieties form the Campagnia region – Fiano, Falanghina and the splendid Grecco. It’s won a couple of awards and I can see why. Available from Waitrosecellar.com for £8.79, it’s terrific … Read More