by MJF | Aug 17, 2025 | Appetisers, Baking, English, Hot Appetisers, Lovage, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Lovage, Courgette & Goat Cheese Tart A light yet flavourful tart combining fresh courgette ribbons, aromatic lovage, and creamy goat cheese in a delicate egg custard. Encased in crisp shortcrust pastry, this quiche-style tart is perfect for spring and...
by MJF | Jul 5, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, Cinnamon, English, Kids Cookery, Pastry, Spices & Herbs, Sweets & Candies
Sugary Cinnamon Toast Fingers A warm, crispy, sweet treat just like Granny made…Great with some hot chocolate! Small BowlGrill or Large Frying Pan 2 slices White or Wholemeal Bread2 teaspoons Unsalted Butter (softened, but not melted)1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar½...
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 | Jun 28, 2025 | Cold Desserts, Desserts, English, World Cuisines
Summer Pudding This elegant Summer Pudding combines fresh seasonal berries with lightly sweetened fruit syrup, gently set with gelatine and encased in soft white bread. Served chilled with raspberry sauce and custard, it’s a vibrant, nostalgic dessert that’s as...
by MJF | Jun 21, 2025 | Cardamom, Desserts, English, Hot Desserts, Indian, Pastry, World Cuisines
Cardamom-Spiced Rice Pudding with Orange Zest Creamy, comforting, and delicately perfumed, this Cardamom-Spiced Rice Pudding with Orange Zest is a luxurious twist on a classic dessert. Slow-cooked with whole milk, sugar, and basmati rice, the pudding is infused...
by MJF | May 27, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, Allspice, Baking, Bread, Cardamom, Cinnamon, English, Pastry, Spices & Herbs
After almost 50 years of supporting “The Blues”, I have seen many ups and downs, but it is nice to see the recent improvements and the team making it back into the Champion’s League for next year! To celebrate, I have pulled up my Chelsea Bun...
