by MJF | Oct 5, 2025 | Beef Main Courses, French, Main Courses, Peppercorns, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Steak au Poivre (Peppercorn Steak) A simplified take on the legendary Four Seasons New York“Ten Peppercorns” steak — classic French peppercorn steak with cream sauce, but with a nod to that remarkable pepper blend. Mortar & Pestle (or use a small pan on a...
by MJF | Sep 27, 2025 | Fish Main Course, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Rosemary, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Rosemary-Infused Olive Oil Poached Salmon with Apple A gentle, aromatic salmon dish scented with rosemary and a subtle apple sweetness. Cutting Board & Chef's KnifeMedium SaucepanLarge Spatula 600 ml Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (2½ cups)4 each Fresh Rosemary Sprigs1...
by MJF | Sep 26, 2025 | Appetisers, Basil, Cold Appetisers, Hors d'Oeuvres, Italian, Oregano, Snacks, Thyme, World Cuisines
Bruschetta Trio A colourful platter of crisp toasted bread topped with three classic combinations: tomato–basil, creamy goat’s cheese with honeyed figs, and roasted peppers with olives—perfect for sharing. Grill or ToasterCutting Board & Chef's KnifeSmall Mixing...
by MJF | Sep 26, 2025 | Appetisers, Cold Appetisers, Rosemary, Snacks, Spain, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Pan con Tomate (Spanish Tomato Bread) Rustic toasted bread rubbed with ripe tomato and garlic, finished with olive oil and sea salt. Grill or ToasterBox Grater 4 thick slices rustic bread (such as sourdough or a country loaf)2 large very ripe tomatoes (ideally...
by MJF | Sep 24, 2025 | 5-Spice Blend, Appetisers, French, Hot Appetisers, Parsley, Spices & Herbs, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Vegetarian “Escargots” Bourguignon Plump mushrooms sautéed in a rich garlic-parsley butter with a subtle hint of five-spice and toasted hazelnuts—an elegant vegetarian take on classic escargots. Cutting Board & Chef's KnifeSmall Mixing MowlSkillet or Frying...
by MJF | Sep 24, 2025 | Asian, Basic Preparations, Ginger, Indian, Spice Blends & Seasonings, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Ginger Garlic Puree A kitchen essential for curries, marinades, stir-fries, and sauces. This smooth, aromatic paste of fresh ginger and garlic saves preptime and keeps flavour bright. A great time saver to keep in the freezer, and far superior to retail products...
by MJF | Sep 21, 2025 | Desserts, English, Ginger, Hot Desserts
Sticky Ginger Pudding with Toffee Sauce Moist steamed sponge infused with fresh ginger and a touch of spice, finished with a rich toffee sauce. A classic British pudding that’s warming, fragrant, and perfect for cool evenings. Large Mixing Bowl & Wooden SpoonPudding...
by MJF | Sep 15, 2025 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Main Courses, Pasta, Sage, Vegetarian Main Courses, World Cuisines
Egg Yolk Raviolo with Sage Butter This luxurious pasta dish — an oversized raviolo with a runny egg yolk inside — was made famous at the legendary restaurant, San Domenico. Here, it’s adapted to feature sage in the brown butter, adding an aromatic, herbal twist....
by MJF | Sep 6, 2025 | Allspice, Caribbean, Cinnamon, Main Courses, Nutmeg, Poultry Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Jamaican Jerk Chicken with Allspice A Caribbean classic that showcases the bold, complex warmth of Allspice blended with chillies, thyme, and citrus. Perfect for grilling or roasting, this dish balances spice and smoke with a deep, aromatic finish. BowlGrill or Baking...
by MJF | Aug 31, 2025 | Appetisers, Cold Appetisers, Dill, Hors d'Oeuvres, Nasturtium, Scandanavian, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Salmon Gravlax with Nasturtium Leaves & Flowers A Nordic classic reimagined with the peppery brightness of nasturtium. The cured salmon develops silky richness balanced by citrus, dill, and nasturtium leaves, while the blossoms add a floral-spicy note to the final...
