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...
by MJF | Oct 18, 2025 | French, Mace, Main Courses, Seafood Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Seared Scallops with Mace-Infused Cream Sauce A luxurious entrée of seared scallops in a smooth cream sauce infused with mace —subtle, elegant, and perfectly balanced. Cutting Board and Chef's KnifeSaute Pan 12 each Fresh Scallops (cleaned and dried)1 tbsp...
by MJF | Oct 16, 2025 | Appetisers, Baking, Basil, Bread, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Main Courses, Snacks, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Pizza Margherita (Cast-Iron Skillet Method) A classic Italian pizza with a light, chewy base and the simple perfection of tomato, mozzarella, and basil. This version develops deeper flavour and texture from an overnight dough — rustic, fragrant, and beautifully crisp....
