by MJF | Apr 23, 2025 | St George's Day
St George’s Day: A Culinary Salute with Heritage Pork By Mark J French | www.chefsnotebooks.com While it may not rival Bastille Day or Burns Night in pageantry, St George’s Day (23rd April) still offers a rich canvas for culinary creativity and storytelling. For those...
by MJF | Apr 19, 2025 | Holidays, Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, commemorating Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. As crowds laid palm branches before Him, they symbolised victory and peace—traditions that continue today in Christian communities worldwide. Many churches bless...
by MJF | Apr 16, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, Baking, Bread, Easter, English, Good Friday, Mixed Spice (Baking)
Hot Cross Buns There’s nothing quite like baking fresh hot cross buns at home. Here’s a traditional recipe to bring the magic of these spiced, fruit-filled delights into your kitchen. Kitchen MixerMixing BowlsSet Scales & Measuring CupsPastry BrushMixing...
by MJF | Apr 16, 2025 | Good Friday, Holidays
Hot Cross Buns Day is a delightful occasion to indulge in one of the world’s most beloved spiced and sweetened bread rolls. These buns, traditionally marked with a cross, have a long and fascinating history that ties together ancient traditions, religious...
by MJF | Apr 11, 2025 | Easter, English, Holidays, Lamb Main Courses, Main Courses, Mint, Rosemary, World Cuisines
Roast Leg of Lamb with a Minted Lamb Jus A refined take on a classic roast, featuring garlic,rosemary, and thyme-marinated lamb, served with a deep, minted red wine jus. Mixing BowlCutting BoardCooks KnifeRoasting Tray For the Lamb:2 kg 4.4 Lbs. Leg of Lamb, Bone-In3...
by MJF | Mar 31, 2025 | April Fool's Day, Holidays
April Fool’s Day in the Kitchen: A Chef’s Guide to Playful Culinary Trickery April Fool’s Day isn’t just for mischievous office pranks or swapping salt for sugar—it’s a prime opportunity for chefs to have a bit of fun with their craft. Over the centuries, food...
