by MJF | Mar 2, 2026 | Baking, Cookies, French, Poppy Seeds, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Black Poppy Seed Tuiles Delicately crisp, lacy tuiles speckled with Black Poppy Seeds. Lightly caramelised with buttery sweetness and subtle nuttiness. Perfect as a garnish for desserts, ice cream, or cheese plates. Mixing BowlWhiskBaking TrayMould or Rolling Pin 60 g...
by MJF | Mar 2, 2026 | Afternoon Tea, Baking, Cakes, French, Poppy Seeds, World Cuisines
Lemon & Poppy Seed Financiers with Verbena Syrup Delicate almond financiers perfumed with lemon zest and studded with poppy seeds. Finished with a fragrant lemon verbena syrup that adds brightness and elegance. Light, buttery, and refined — perfect with afternoon...
by MJF | Feb 27, 2026 | French, Lamb Main Courses, Lavender, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Rack of Lamb with Honey & Lavender Glaze A refined roast rack of lamb glazed with honey, garlic and a subtle infusion of culinary lavender. The floral notes complement the richness of the lamb, while a touch of lemon and mustard balances the sweetness. Ovenproof...
by MJF | Feb 20, 2026 | African, Afternoon Tea, Baking, Cakes, Grains of Paradise, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Paradise-Spiced Gingerbread A warmly spiced gingerbread loaf featuring the citrus-pepper heat of grains of paradise. Mixing BowlsWhiskRubber Spatula8-9" Loaf Tin 250 g Plain Flour (2 cups)1 tsp Baking Soda (1 tsp)½ tsp Fine Sea Salt (½ tsp)2 tsp Ground...
by MJF | Feb 20, 2026 | Appetisers, French, Grains of Paradise, Hot Appetisers, Main Courses, Seafood Main Courses, Seafood Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Seared Scallops with Grains of Paradise Butter Elegant seared scallops finished with a fragrant grains of paradise butter—quick, refined, and full of warm citrus-pepper spice. Heavy Frying Pan 12 each Large Sea Scallops (side muscle removed (12))30 ml Olive Oil (2...
