by MJF | Mar 2, 2026 | Baking, Cookies, French, Poppy Seeds, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Black Poppy Seed Tuiles Delicately crisp, lacy tuiles speckled with Black Poppy Seeds. Lightly caramelised with buttery sweetness and subtle nuttiness. Perfect as a garnish for desserts, ice cream, or cheese plates. Mixing BowlWhiskBaking TrayMould or Rolling Pin 60 g...
by MJF | Mar 2, 2026 | Afternoon Tea, Baking, Cakes, French, Poppy Seeds, World Cuisines
Lemon & Poppy Seed Financiers with Verbena Syrup Delicate almond financiers perfumed with lemon zest and studded with poppy seeds. Finished with a fragrant lemon verbena syrup that adds brightness and elegance. Light, buttery, and refined — perfect with afternoon...
by MJF | Feb 27, 2026 | French, Lamb Main Courses, Lavender, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Rack of Lamb with Honey & Lavender Glaze A refined roast rack of lamb glazed with honey, garlic and a subtle infusion of culinary lavender. The floral notes complement the richness of the lamb, while a touch of lemon and mustard balances the sweetness. Ovenproof...
by MJF | Feb 20, 2026 | African, Afternoon Tea, Baking, Cakes, Grains of Paradise, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Paradise-Spiced Gingerbread A warmly spiced gingerbread loaf featuring the citrus-pepper heat of grains of paradise. Mixing BowlsWhiskRubber Spatula8-9" Loaf Tin 250 g Plain Flour (2 cups)1 tsp Baking Soda (1 tsp)½ tsp Fine Sea Salt (½ tsp)2 tsp Ground...
by MJF | Feb 20, 2026 | Appetisers, French, Grains of Paradise, Hot Appetisers, Main Courses, Seafood Main Courses, Seafood Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Seared Scallops with Grains of Paradise Butter Elegant seared scallops finished with a fragrant grains of paradise butter—quick, refined, and full of warm citrus-pepper spice. Heavy Frying Pan 12 each Large Sea Scallops (side muscle removed (12))30 ml Olive Oil (2...
by MJF | Feb 16, 2026 | French, Savory, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Starches, World Cuisines
White Beans with Savory & Garlic Tender white beans gently warmed with olive oil, garlic, and fresh savory — a traditional preparation found across French and Mediterranean kitchens. Saute Pan 2 Cups Cooked White Beans (drained (400 g))2 Tbsp Olive Oil (30 ml)2...
by MJF | Feb 16, 2026 | Appetisers, French, Hot Appetisers, Main Courses, Savory, Snacks, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Savory & Gruyère Quiche A delicate savoury custard baked in a buttery pastry shell, enriched with nutty Gruyèreand the gentle peppery warmth of fresh savory. This quiche is ideal for brunch, lunch service, or as part of a buffet spread. Bowl for mixing the pastry,...
by MJF | Feb 9, 2026 | Appetisers, Cold Appetisers, Dips & Dressings, Middle East, Nigella, Snacks, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Yoghurt With Nigella & Olive Oil A simple mezze-style dish where thick yoghurt is finished with toasted nigella seeds and good olive oil. The result is cool, creamy, and aromatic, with the seeds lending a subtle onion-like bitterness and crunch. Small Serving...
by MJF | Feb 9, 2026 | Fish Main Course, Indian, Main Courses, Nigella, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Bengali-Style Fish with Nigella & Mustard A traditional Bengali preparation where fish is gently cooked in a sharp mustard sauce, perfumed with nigella seeds. The combination is bold yet balanced — nutty, pungent and lightly bitter, with the mustard providing...
by MJF | Feb 2, 2026 | Breakfast, Chives, French, Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Poached Eggs with Chive Beurre Blanc Perfectly poached eggs served with a classic beurre blanc enriched with fresh chives. A restrained, elegant dish that allows the delicate onion sweetness of chives to shine. Small SaucepanSlotted SpoonWhiskWide, Shallow Saucepan...
