by MJF | Apr 5, 2026 | Appetisers, Chives, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Main Courses, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Five Onion Pasta (Inspired by Heinz Beck, 3 Michelin Star La Pergola, Rome) A refined pasta dish built on the natural sweetness and depth of five onion varieties, slowly cooked and balanced with gentle chilli warmth and light tomato. Inspired by classical Italian...
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...
by MJF | Feb 16, 2026 | Appetisers, French, Hot Appetisers, Main Courses, Savory, Snacks, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Savory & Gruyère Quiche A delicate savoury custard baked in a buttery pastry shell, enriched with nutty Gruyèreand the gentle peppery warmth of fresh savory. This quiche is ideal for brunch, lunch service, or as part of a buffet spread. Bowl for mixing the pastry,...
by MJF | Nov 9, 2025 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Italian, Main Courses, Marjoram, Mediterranean, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses
Marjoram-Infused Mushroom Ragout with Creamy Polenta A rich and comforting vegetarian dish that highlights marjoram’s gentle perfume — earthy mushrooms in a silky sauce, served atop creamy, Parmesan-laced polenta. Saute PanSmall SaucepanWhisk For the Ragout2 tbsp...
by MJF | Oct 16, 2025 | Appetisers, Baking, Basil, Bread, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Main Courses, Snacks, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Pizza Margherita (Cast-Iron Skillet Method) A classic Italian pizza with a light, chewy base and the simple perfection of tomato, mozzarella, and basil. This version develops deeper flavour and texture from an overnight dough — rustic, fragrant, and beautifully crisp....
