by MJF | May 25, 2026 | Ginger, Japanese, Pickles and Preserves, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Traditional Pickled Ginger (Gari) A refined version of traditional Japanese gari, balancing sweetness, acidity, floral rice vinegar notes, and the natural heat of fresh ginger. Mandoline slicer or Chefs Knife, for slicing gingerSaucepan, for blanching ginger, and...
by MJF | May 24, 2026 | Caribbean, Desserts, Hot Desserts, Peppercorns, Spices & Herbs, Vanilla, World Cuisines
Caramelised Pineapple with Rum, Lime, Black Pepper & Pink Peppercorn Vanilla Cream A warm dessert exploring multiple dimensions of heat through caramelisation, spice, alcohol, and aroma. Rum deepens the aromatic profile, lime restores freshness, and vanilla cream...
by MJF | May 17, 2026 | Cinnamon, Coriander, Cumin, Lamb Main Courses, Main Courses, Middle East, Mint, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Lamb with Date, Tamarind & Spice Glaze A Middle Eastern-inspired lamb dish glazed with dates, tamarind, and warm spices. The dates provide natural sweetness, body, and gloss, while tamarind brings acidity and prevents the glaze from becoming heavy. Cutting Board...
by MJF | May 2, 2026 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Main Courses, Rice, Rice Main Courses, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Mushroom & Parmesan Risotto with Thyme and Brown Butter A deeply savoury risotto built on layered mushroom flavour, enriched with Parmesan and finished with nutty brown butter. Dried porcini stock intensifies the base, while fresh thyme lifts the richness,...
by MJF | Apr 26, 2026 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Main Courses, Middle East, Spices & Herbs, Sumac, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Grilled Aubergine with Tahini, Pomegranate & Mint A composed dish built on the contrast between charred aubergine and balancing elements of tahini, pomegranate, and fresh herbs. The aubergine is grilled until deeply caramelised, introducing controlled...
