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...
by MJF | Jan 25, 2026 | American, Cold Desserts, Desserts, Gumbo Filé, Sassafras, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
by MJF | Jan 25, 2026 | American, Fish Main Course, Gumbo Filé, Main Courses, Sassafras, Seafood Main Courses, Seafood Main Courses, Soups, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Creole Seafood Gumbo with Filé A classic Louisiana seafood gumbo built on a dark roux, aromatic vegetables and shellfish stock, finished with filé powder for body and fragrance. Shrimp, crab and firm white fish are added at the end to preserve their texture and...
