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...
by MJF | Jul 20, 2025 | Basic Preparations, Middle East, Spice Blends & Seasonings, World Cuisines
Za’atar Spice Blend A fragrant Middle Eastern seasoning blend combining herbs, sesame, and sumac, Za’atar is versatile and deeply aromatic. Traditionally sprinkled over flatbreads with olive oil, it also enhances meats, roasted vegetables, dips, and salads with...
by MJF | Jul 20, 2025 | Middle East, Salads, Spices & Herbs, Sumac, World Cuisines
Sumac-Tossed Fatoush Salad A Levantine classic layered with crisp vegetables, torn toasted pita, and a zesty kick of sumac. This bright, herbaceous salad is the ideal summer pairing for grilled meats, falafel, or mezze platters. A vibrant summer salad with...
by MJF | Jul 17, 2025 | Fish Main Course, French, Main Courses, Paprika, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Monkfish Stroganoff A modern seafood take on the classic Russian comfort dish, this Monkfish Stroganoff blends creamy, rich flavours with the meaty texture of monkfish. A creamy paprika sauce meets tender monkfish strips in this elegant stroganoff...
by MJF | Jul 13, 2025 | Fish Main Course, French, Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, Tarragon, World Cuisines
Escalope of Salmon with Tarragon Crust and Piquant Butter A refined preparation of salmon fillets, crusted with fresh tarragon and parsley breadcrumbs, lightly grilled to golden perfection, and finished with a classic beurre Nantaise. Light, elegant, and richly...
by MJF | Jul 7, 2025 | Coriander Seeds, Cumin, Lamb Main Courses, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Peppercorns, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, World Cuisines
Cumin-Crusted Lamb Rump with Ratatouille Tender lamb rump encrusted with toasted cumin and aromatic spices, seared and roasted to a perfect blush. Served over a refined ratatouille—each vegetable finely diced and gently sautéed for texture and clarity. A dish...
