This is the ultimate autumnal supper. Today's recipe does not contain a ten page ingredients list or fancy foreign techniques that you have to google - it is a simple, rustic and delicious dish that you will keep on coming back to. Just roast the squash in a little oil, stir in some cheese (because … Continue reading Feta and Basil Stuffed Butternut Squash with a Sourdough Sage Crumb
How does a fuss free vegetarian breakfast sound? I know, I know it's what you've been waiting for all these years... In Britain we pride ourselves on our hearty, greasy, naughty breakfast (the full English) and I have to admit that I am partial to one every now and then - particularly when battling a … Continue reading Courgette, Sweetcorn and Chive Fritters with a Soft Boiled Egg
Autumn is upon us and what better way to celebrate than cooking rich and creamy pasta? If I was forced to choose one cuisine to eat for eternity it would have to be Italian. Partly because a world without pasta or pizza is not a world that I wish to inhabit but also due to … Continue reading Pasta alla Vodka with Parmesan Rocket Salad
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
Who's down for some nachos?! More specifically these loaded salsa verde chicken nachos topped with pica de gallo, avocado and coriander yoghurt - I was not joking when I said that they were loaded. Nachos are the ultimate sociable snack - which is exactly why I love them so much. They evoke memories of many … Continue reading Loaded Sasla Verde Chicken Nachos
Bringing a little indulgence to your week... Anyone who knows me well is aware that the way to my heart is through a rich and chocolaty dessert. More specifically through any chocolate mousse/ pot/ ganache or similar gooey concoction. I have taken a quick break from devouring such delights in restaurants in order to create … Continue reading Spiced Chocolate Pot with a Raw Raspberry Compote
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
Bringing you a warming one pot wonder today as even in the midst of summer comfort food is still essential! I recently experienced my first foray into Creole cuisine via a Gumbo that my Dad made for dinner a few weeks ago. It was sheer perfection. Warming, spicy and packed full of carefully balanced flavours … Continue reading “Dirty Rice” // Creole Beef and Pepper Rice
