by MJF | May 17, 2026 | Cinnamon, Coriander, Cumin, Lamb Main Courses, Main Courses, Middle East, Mint, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Lamb with Date, Tamarind & Spice Glaze A Middle Eastern-inspired lamb dish glazed with dates, tamarind, and warm spices. The dates provide natural sweetness, body, and gloss, while tamarind brings acidity and prevents the glaze from becoming heavy. Cutting Board and...
by MJF | May 2, 2026 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Main Courses, Rice, Rice Main Courses, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
 Mushroom & Parmesan Risotto with Thyme and Brown Butter A deeply savoury risotto built on layered mushroom flavour, enriched with Parmesan and finished with nutty brown butter. Dried porcini stock intensifies the base, while fresh thyme lifts the richness, creating...
by MJF | Apr 26, 2026 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Main Courses, Middle East, Spices & Herbs, Sumac, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
 Grilled Aubergine with Tahini, Pomegranate & Mint A composed dish built on the contrast between charred aubergine and balancing elements of tahini, pomegranate, and fresh herbs. The aubergine is grilled until deeply caramelised, introducing controlled bitterness,...
by MJF | Apr 13, 2026 | Appetisers, Basic Preparations, Chilis, Cold Appetisers, Coriander, Ginger, Hors d'Oeuvres, Marinades, Oregano, Parsley, Seafood Main Courses, South American, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
 A Trio of Ceviches A refined trio of ceviches exploring the role of citrus across different regional styles. Each preparation demonstrates a distinct flavour system—from sharp Seville acidity to rounded orange profiles and bright lime precision—balanced with...
