Cheese and carbs, does it get better? Bread is an essential element of most of our diets yet the baking of it is hardly a common place activity. I suspect that this is because many people are scared of yeast; unsure of what is is, how to activate it, where to buy it etc. In … Continue reading Cheese and Thyme Soda Bread
Spring has finally reared her beautiful head in the UK and with it comes asparagus season - I am celebrating both events today with this recipe! This is a healthier spin on the classic "chips n dip" offering but equally as delicious and moreish. Blanch asparagus in hot water for a few minutes and then … Continue reading Asparagus With a Whipped Ricotta and Basil Dip
Can you think of anything not to love about these potatoes? No...? Me neither. You're getting the perfect crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside roast potato: tossed in oregano and topped with crumbled feta. The floral, lemony flavour of the oregano is counterpointed perfectly with the salty feta that melts slightly due to … Continue reading Oregano and Feta Roast Potatoes
I posted a photo of these halloumi fries on my Instagram several weeks ago with a promise to share the recipe on here ASAP and then completely forgot to do so... Therefore I offer my apologies for the delay but better late then never right? The creation of this recipe stems from a common conundrum … Continue reading Loaded Halloumi Fries
Is there anything as moreish as light and crispy calamari? No, no there is not! Calamari is the eternally delightful morsel that you order as a "quick bite", end up devouring and then have to ask for another plate of it as you just cannot get enough - or is that just me...? The eating … Continue reading Pepper and Lime Calamari with a Harissa Mayonnaise
Another summer salad is coming your way today... I am aware that sadly we are coming towards the end of summer now so this will probably be the last post in my "Summer Salad Series" but I created this recipe and shot the photos a while ago so it seemed a shame not to have … Continue reading Zesty Potato and Bacon Salad
This salad is as delicious as it is easy to create. Salads are undergoing a kind of PR re-branding at the moment. For a long time the word salad would evoke the picture of a few soggy lettuce leaves and a chunk of watery cucumber served with quiche. Today salads are often the proud center … Continue reading Marinated Tomato, Rocket and Mozzarella
