Penne Pasta with Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Sherry, and Thyme

by MJF | Aug 4, 2025 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Parsley, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines

  Penne Pasta with Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Sherry, and Thyme A beautifully simple yet flavourful dish that celebrates the sweet acidity of tomatoes, the depth of sherry, andthe herbaceous charm of thyme. Balanced with sautéed mushrooms and finishedwith a light touch of...

Shiso-Wrapped Prawns with Ponzu Butter

by MJF | Aug 4, 2025 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Japanese, Shiso, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines

  Shiso-Wrapped Prawns with Ponzu Butter Succulent king prawns wrapped in fresh Shiso leaves, quickly seared and finished with a delicate Ponzu butter. This refined dish offers clean, layered flavours with the freshness of herbs, the richness of butter, and the zing...

Shallot, Potato, and Goat Cheese Tatin

by MJF | Jul 23, 2025 | Appetisers, French, Hot Appetisers, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines

Shallot, Potato, and Goat Cheese Tatin A savoury twist on the classic Tarte Tatin, this elegant dish features golden baby potatoes and sweet shallots nestled in rich caramel, offset by creamy goat cheese and crisp puff pastry—perfect as a starter or vegetarian main....

Grilled Polenta with Creamy Mushroom and Tarragon Sauce

by MJF | Jul 5, 2025 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, Tarragon, World Cuisines

  Grilled Polenta with Creamy Mushroom and Tarragon Sauce Golden slices of firm Grilled Polenta form the base of this elegant vegetarian dish, topped with a creamy Mushroom and Tarragon sauce enriched with white wine and cream. Finished with a garnish of Tomato...

Lemon Basil Gnocchi with Brown Butter & Crushed Hazelnuts

by MJF | Jul 3, 2025 | Appetisers, Basil, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Italian, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines

  Lemon Basil Gnocchi with Brown Butter & Crushed Hazelnuts Light and tender ricotta gnocchi are tossed in nutty brown butter infused with lemon basil, then topped with toasted hazelnuts and fresh herbs. Elegant and aromatic, this dish highlights basil’s bright...

Penne Pasta with Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Sherry, and Thyme

by MJF | Jun 21, 2025 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Parsley, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines

  Penne Pasta with Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Sherry, and Thyme A beautifully simple yet flavourful dish that celebrates the sweet acidity of tomatoes, the depth of sherry, andthe herbaceous charm of thyme. Balanced with sautéed mushrooms and finishedwith a light touch of...