by MJF | Jun 5, 2026 | Bay Leaf, Beef Main Courses, French, Main Courses, Parsley, Poultry Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, World Cuisines
 Grand Pot-au-Feu Maison – A Signature Aromatic Classic A refined interpretation of the great French family classic. Multiple cuts of beef, marrow bones, and a whole chicken are gently simmered with aromatic vegetables and herbs to create a crystal-clear broth of...
by MJF | Jun 1, 2026 | Appetisers, Caribbean, Chilis, Fish Main Course, Hot Appetisers, Main Courses, Parsley, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, World Cuisines
Caribbean Saltfish with Fungi & Okra A classic Caribbean dish of salt cod gently sautéed with onions, peppers, garlic, herbs, and chilli, served over traditional fungi enriched with okra. Bowl, to soak fishSaucepan, to pre-poach the fishSaucepan, to cook the...
by MJF | May 25, 2026 | Ginger, Japanese, Pickles and Preserves, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Traditional Pickled Ginger (Gari) A refined version of traditional Japanese gari, balancing sweetness, acidity, floral rice vinegar notes, and the natural heat of fresh ginger. Mandoline slicer or Chefs Knife, for slicing gingerSaucepan, for blanching ginger, and...
by MJF | May 24, 2026 | Caribbean, Desserts, Hot Desserts, Peppercorns, Spices & Herbs, Vanilla, World Cuisines
Caramelised Pineapple with Rum, Lime, Black Pepper & Pink Peppercorn Vanilla Cream A warm dessert exploring multiple dimensions of heat through caramelisation, spice, alcohol, and aroma. Rum deepens the aromatic profile, lime restores freshness, and vanilla cream...
by MJF | May 17, 2026 | Cinnamon, Coriander, Cumin, Lamb Main Courses, Main Courses, Middle East, Mint, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Lamb with Date, Tamarind & Spice Glaze A Middle Eastern-inspired lamb dish glazed with dates, tamarind, and warm spices. The dates provide natural sweetness, body, and gloss, while tamarind brings acidity and prevents the glaze from becoming heavy. Cutting Board and...
by MJF | May 10, 2026 | Chilis, Coriander, Ginger, Kaffir Lime Leaves, Lemongrass, Main Courses, Poultry Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, Thai, World Cuisines
by MJF | May 2, 2026 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Main Courses, Rice, Rice Main Courses, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
 Mushroom & Parmesan Risotto with Thyme and Brown Butter A deeply savoury risotto built on layered mushroom flavour, enriched with Parmesan and finished with nutty brown butter. Dried porcini stock intensifies the base, while fresh thyme lifts the richness, creating...
by MJF | Apr 26, 2026 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Main Courses, Middle East, Spices & Herbs, Sumac, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
 Grilled Aubergine with Tahini, Pomegranate & Mint A composed dish built on the contrast between charred aubergine and balancing elements of tahini, pomegranate, and fresh herbs. The aubergine is grilled until deeply caramelised, introducing controlled bitterness,...
by MJF | Apr 13, 2026 | Appetisers, Basic Preparations, Chilis, Cold Appetisers, Coriander, Ginger, Hors d'Oeuvres, Marinades, Oregano, Parsley, Seafood Main Courses, South American, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
 A Trio of Ceviches A refined trio of ceviches exploring the role of citrus across different regional styles. Each preparation demonstrates a distinct flavour system—from sharp Seville acidity to rounded orange profiles and bright lime precision—balanced with...
by MJF | Apr 5, 2026 | Appetisers, Chives, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Main Courses, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Five Onion Pasta (Inspired by Heinz Beck, 3 Michelin Star La Pergola, Rome) A refined pasta dish built on the natural sweetness and depth of five onion varieties, slowly cooked and balanced with gentle chilli warmth and light tomato. Inspired by classical Italian...
