by MJF | Oct 5, 2025 | Beef Main Courses, French, Main Courses, Peppercorns, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Steak au Poivre (Peppercorn Steak) A simplified take on the legendary Four Seasons New York“Ten Peppercorns” steak — classic French peppercorn steak with cream sauce, but with a nod to that remarkable pepper blend. Mortar & Pestle (or use a small pan on a...
by MJF | Sep 24, 2025 | 5-Spice Blend, Appetisers, French, Hot Appetisers, Parsley, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Vegetarian “Escargots” Bourguignon Plump mushrooms sautéed in a rich garlic-parsley butter with a subtle hint of five-spice and toasted hazelnuts—an elegant vegetarian take on classic escargots. Cutting Board & Chef's KnifeSmall Mixing MowlSkillet or Frying...
by MJF | Aug 4, 2025 | Fennel Seeds, Fish Main Course, French, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Fennel-Crusted Sea Bass with Orange and Herb Salad Delicate sea bass fillets, coated in crushed fennel seeds and pan-seared until crisp and golden. Served alongside a vibrant salad of fresh herbs, orange segments, and a citrus dressing, this dish delivers a...
by MJF | Jul 28, 2025 | French, Main Courses, Poultry Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, Tarragon, World Cuisines
Chicken Strips with Mushroom Tarragon Cream Sauce Tender chicken strips pan-seared to golden perfection, finished in a silky cream sauce enriched with earthy mushrooms and a fragrant tarragon tang. Elegant and flavourful—a classic French‑style dish ideal overrice or...
by MJF | Jul 23, 2025 | Appetisers, French, Hot Appetisers, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Shallot, Potato, and Goat Cheese Tatin A savoury twist on the classic Tarte Tatin, this elegant dish features golden baby potatoes and sweet shallots nestled in rich caramel, offset by creamy goat cheese and crisp puff pastry—perfect as a starter or vegetarian main....
by MJF | Jul 22, 2025 | Baking, Cinnamon, Desserts, French, Hot Desserts, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Tarte Tatin This classic French upside-down tart features tender caramelised apples infused with Grand Marnier and a touch of cinnamon, all nestled under a golden puff pastry crust. A rustic French tart of buttery caramel apples under crisp puff pastry, served...
