Pure Mirabeau – A Stunning Wine by M. Kuehn
This pale, peach beauty, the colour of which is so divinely delicate, is the latest offering from the folk at Mirabeau in Provence, the home to exceptional Rose wines. Lauded by many wine critics, the elegant flavours of pink grapefruit, … Read More
Marinated Kippers by M. Kuehn
Having Saturdays off is like Christmas come early. I had forgotten how good it felt to have two days to recoup – frankly working six days a week meant loss of contact with family and friends, a most ludicrous scenario … Read More
Snaps + Rye – The Golborne Road by Zina Manda
Copenhagen is a most charming capital. I was there not long ago, catering for a big 50th birthday bash. The quality of fresh meat, seafood, fruit and vegetables is second to none and the people are wonderfully warm and friendly. … Read More
Portobello Garden Caffe by Maria Kuehn
There is something hugely enjoyable about taking a long stroll along the Portobello road on a Sunday, checking out the weird and wonderful market stalls and deciding what to eat for lunch. A virtuous session in the gym on a Sunday morning is … Read More
Sasseo Primitivo 2013 by M. Kuehn
Dining with a pal who eats out most nights in his locality has its obvious advantages and on this particular occasion, we installed ourselves in a nearby Italian restaurant, the manager of which never serves my friend wine from the menu – secretly … Read More
Rullo’s – Kensal Rise by Maria Kuehn
When you walk into the Italian restaurant Rullo’s on Chamberlayne Road in fashionable Kensal Rise, you are immediately enchanted by the decor. It’s intimate, cosy and very elegant indeed. The tables are beautifully laid, immaculate waiters glide about effortlessly and the seating is uber … Read More
Is Foie Gras indefensible? by M. Kuehn
The feeding tube to force feed a geese Let’s get this straight. If anyone were to witness the conditions under which veal is produced in France, or the way battery hens are kept, or the way some geese and ducks … Read More
La Terraza de Teo, Guadiaro, Spain by Maria Kuehn
Utterly sublime tuna tartar It doesn’t happen that often, but when it does, it’s a most wonderful moment. You’re off the beaten track, not a tourist in sight, expectations aren’t particularly high and WHAM, a taste sensation smacks you in … Read More