by MJF | Jan 25, 2026 | American, Fish Main Course, Gumbo Filé, Main Courses, Sassafras, Seafood Main Courses, Seafood Main Courses, Soups, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Creole Seafood Gumbo with Filé A classic Louisiana seafood gumbo built on a dark roux, aromatic vegetables and shellfish stock, finished with filé powder for body and fragrance. Shrimp, crab and firm white fish are added at the end to preserve their texture and...
by MJF | Jul 3, 2025 | American, Holidays, Iuly 4th Independence Day, Vanilla
By Mark J French | www.chefsnotebooks.com A British chef’s irreverent, delicious take on US Independence Day — with historically inspired recipes from the Revolutionary era and a little poetic flair. And in that spirit……. “Why did the American...
by MJF | Jul 3, 2025 | American, Cold Desserts, Desserts, English, Holidays, Iuly 4th Independence Day, World Cuisines
Red White & Blue Trifle A layered, indulgent trifle blending Strawberries, Raspberries, and Blueberries with White Chocolate Custard, Sherry-Soaked Sponge, and Whipped Cream. This tongue-in-cheek British dessert flies the American colours for Independence Day— a...
by MJF | May 7, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, American, Baking, Cookies
Zesty lemon bars with a coconut meringue topping on a buttery crust—an indulgent, Florida-inspired treat perfect for teatime or dessert. When I joined Marriott, this recipe was shared by Chef Oswald at the Marriott Harbor Beach, Fort Lauderdale as a favourite of Mr...
by MJF | Mar 28, 2025 | American, Bay Leaf, Beef Main Courses, Caraway Seeds, Coriander Seeds, Irish, Main Courses, Mustard Seeds, Parsley, Spices & Herbs, St Patricks Day, Thyme, World Cuisines
Corned Beef and Cabbage with Root Vegetables A classic dish deeply rooted in Irish-American culinary tradition. The beef is slowly poached with aromatic spices and vegetables resulting in a very flavourful dish. Cutting BoardCooks KnifeLarge Pot with a Lid 1.5–2 Kg...
