by MJF | Jan 5, 2026 | Cold Desserts, Dessert Sauces, Desserts, French, Lemon Verbena, Spices & Herbs, Vanilla, World Cuisines
Lemon Verbena Yoghurt Cream with Warm Blueberry & Verbena Sauce A light, elegant yoghurt cream gently infused with fresh lemon verbena, offering a clean citrus-floral aroma and delicate acidity. Served with a warm blueberry and verbena sauce, this dessert...
by MJF | Jul 3, 2025 | American, Holidays, Iuly 4th Independence Day, Vanilla
By Mark J French | www.chefsnotebooks.com A British chef’s irreverent, delicious take on US Independence Day — with historically inspired recipes from the Revolutionary era and a little poetic flair. And in that spirit……. “Why did the American...
by MJF | Apr 24, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, Baking, Cakes, Pastry, Spices & Herbs, Vanilla
Cherry Almond Cake This delightful single-layer cherry and almond cake is a timeless British teatime treat that I have baked for years. Made with ground almonds for a tender crumb and rich flavour, the cake is studded with vibrant glacé cherries and delicately...
by MJF | Jul 20, 2020 | Cold Desserts, Desserts, French, Spices & Herbs, Vanilla, World Cuisines
Creme Brulee, Le Cirque NYC A rich, creamy custard with a caramelised surface – Simply the best! 4 Cups Heavy Cream (32 oz)1 each Vanilla Bean (halved & scraped)1 each Large Egg6 each Large Egg Yolks¾ Cup + 2 Tbspns Sugar (6oz)1/2 Cup Light Brown Sugar(2½...
by MJF | Jul 3, 2019 | Cinnamon, Desserts, French, Hot Desserts, Vanilla, World Cuisines
Grilled Pineapple with Banana Rum Compote A tropical dessert of char-grilled pineapple paired with a warm banana, rum and orange compote, finished with vanilla ice cream and toasted coconut. GrillSaute Pan 1 each medium Pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into 4 thick...
