by MJF | Jul 5, 2025 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, Tarragon, World Cuisines
Grilled Polenta with Creamy Mushroom and Tarragon Sauce Golden slices of firm Grilled Polenta form the base of this elegant vegetarian dish, topped with a creamy Mushroom and Tarragon sauce enriched with white wine and cream. Finished with a garnish of Tomato...
by MJF | Jul 3, 2025 | Appetisers, Basil, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Italian, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Lemon Basil Gnocchi with Brown Butter & Crushed Hazelnuts Light and tender ricotta gnocchi are tossed in nutty brown butter infused with lemon basil, then topped with toasted hazelnuts and fresh herbs. Elegant and aromatic, this dish highlights basil’s...
by MJF | Jul 3, 2025 | American, Cold Desserts, Desserts, English, Holidays, Iuly 4th Independence Day, World Cuisines
Red White & Blue Trifle A layered, indulgent trifle blending Strawberries, Raspberries, and Blueberries with White Chocolate Custard, Sherry-Soaked Sponge, and Whipped Cream. This tongue-in-cheek British dessert flies the American colours for Independence Day— a...
by MJF | Jun 28, 2025 | Cold Desserts, Desserts, English, World Cuisines
Summer Pudding This elegant Summer Pudding combines fresh seasonal berries with lightly sweetened fruit syrup, gently set with gelatine and encased in soft white bread. Served chilled with raspberry sauce and custard, it’s a vibrant, nostalgic dessert that’s as...
by MJF | Jun 27, 2025 | Basic Preparations, Basil, Cold Sauces, Dips & Dressings, Italian, Mediterranean, Pasta, Sauces, World Cuisines
Classic Basil Pesto A vibrant, flavour-packed pesto made with fresh basil, parmesan, garlic, and pine nuts—this classic Italian sauce comes together in minutes and yields a full pint. Perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on bread, or freezing in small...
by MJF | Jun 23, 2025 | Main Courses, Mediterranean, Poultry Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Clove Smoked Breast of Duck with Date & Orange Jus This dish balances the rich, gamey flavour of duck with the warm intensity of clove and the natural sweetness of dates. A gentle cold-smoking infuses the duck with spice before pan-searing, while a reduced...
