by MJF | Dec 24, 2025 | Baking, Christmas, Cookies, German, Holidays, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Pfeffernüsse Spice Cookies Classic German Pfeffernüsse are small, aromatic spice cookies traditionally enjoyed during Advent and Christmas. Fragrant with warm spices, honey, and a gentle heat from white pepper, these cookies mature beautifully over time and develop a...
by MJF | Dec 22, 2025 | Fish Main Course, French, Main Courses, Sorrel, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Escalope of Salmon with Sorrel Sauce (Saumon à l’Oseille – Troisgros Style) A landmark dish of modern French cuisine, this escalope of salmon with sorrel sauce exemplifies the Troisgros brothers’ philosophy of precision, restraint, and freshness. Lightly cooked salmon...
by MJF | Dec 13, 2025 | Caraway Seeds, German, Main Courses, Pork Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Caraway and Apple Sauerkraut with Grilled Sausages A vibrant, Central European–style dish pairing warmly spiced caraway and sweet apple sauerkrautwith perfectly grilled sausages. The gentle acidity of the sauerkraut is softened with onions, apples, and a touch of...
by MJF | Dec 7, 2025 | Basil, Beef Main Courses, Main Courses, Mint, Salads, Spices & Herbs, Vietnamese, World Cuisines
Vietnamese Beef Salad with Mint, Basil and Fish Sauce Dressing A vibrant and refreshing Vietnamese-style salad built around thin slices of seared beef, fresh mint, Thai basil and crisp vegetables. The fish sauce, lime and chilli dressing brings balance, fragrance and...
by MJF | Nov 21, 2025 | Mexican, Paprika, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Starches, World Cuisines
Mexican Black Beans with Chorizo & Epazote A deeply savoury, smoky, fragrant pot — ready in 25 minutes. Frying Pan 150 g Fresh Chorizo (crumbled)1 each Small Onion (finely diced)2 cloves Garlic (minced)1 each 400g tin ( Black Beans, drained but not rinsed)200 ml...
by MJF | Nov 14, 2025 | Dill, Fennel Seeds, Fish Main Course, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Sea Bass Baked in a Salt Crust with Fennel and Lemon Herb Vinaigrette A whole sea bass encased in a salt crust and baked to perfection, infused with the delicate aroma of fennel and fresh herbs. Served with a bright lemon and olive oil vinaigrette, this dish...
by MJF | Nov 14, 2025 | Cold Desserts, Desserts, French, World Cuisines
Orange Bavarois (Classic French Mousse Dessert) A light and elegant Orange Bavarois — a chilled, mousse-like dessert made from a delicate orange custard enriched with whipped cream and folded egg whites for exceptional lightness. Served with a zesty marmalade style...
by MJF | Nov 9, 2025 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Italian, Main Courses, Marjoram, Mediterranean, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses
Marjoram-Infused Mushroom Ragout with Creamy Polenta A rich and comforting vegetarian dish that highlights marjoram’s gentle perfume — earthy mushrooms in a silky sauce, served atop creamy, Parmesan-laced polenta. Saute PanSmall SaucepanWhisk For the Ragout2 tbsp...
by MJF | Nov 1, 2025 | Fenugreek, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Poultry Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Fenugreek-Glazed Chicken with Spiced Maple Butter This elegant autumn dish transforms the deep, nutty aroma of fenugreek into a rich maple-spiced glaze. Golden-seared chicken, basted in butter and syrup, captures the warmth and complexity of this ancient spice...
by MJF | Oct 26, 2025 | Chervil, English, Main Courses, Side Dishes, Spices & Herbs, Vegetables, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Roasted Autumn Vegetables with Chervil Cream A vibrant medley of roasted autumn vegetables — squash, pumpkin, pearl onions ,red pepper, and wild mushrooms — finished with a velvety chervil cream. A refined yet comforting seasonal centrepiece, ideal for both...
