by MJF | Oct 19, 2026 | Bay Leaf, Cardamom, Chilis, Cinnamon, Coriander Seeds, Cumin, Fennel Seeds, Ginger, Indian, Main Courses, Mustard Seeds, Poultry Main Courses, Recipe Library, Spices & Herbs, Star Anise, World Cuisines
Chicken Chettinad A robust South Indian chicken curry from Tamil Nadu’s Chettinad tradition, built around freshly roasted spices, black pepper, fennel, curry leaves and coconut. Bowl, for marinating chickenHeavy Frying Pan, to toast spicesHeavy Casserole or Kadai with...
by MJF | Aug 9, 2025 | Bay Leaf, Cardamom, Chilis, Cinnamon, Coriander, Cumin, Ginger, Indian, Main Courses, Poultry Main Courses, Rice Main Courses, Saffron, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Chicken Biryani A fragrant, regal South Asian rice dish with layers of saffron-infused basmati, tender chicken, fresh herbs, and aromatic spices —perfect for celebrations or special dinners. Small PanCutting Board & Cooks KnifeFrying Pan & Slotted...
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...
by MJF | Jul 21, 2020 | Afternoon Tea, Allspice, Baking, Cardamom, Cinnamon, English, Pastry, Spices & Herbs
Chelsea Buns Sticky Buns, London style For the Ferment:1 each Large Egg (beaten)7½ oz Warm Water2 1/4 teaspoons Dry Yeast ((1 packet))4 oz Strong Flour (Bread( ((1 Cup))½ oz SugarFor the Dough:14 oz Strong Flour (Bread) ((3.13 Cups))¼ teaspoon Salt3 oz Sugar ((6.75...
