by MJF | Jul 20, 2025 | Middle East, Salads, Spices & Herbs, Sumac, World Cuisines
Sumac-Tossed Fatoush Salad A Levantine classic layered with crisp vegetables, torn toasted pita, and a zesty kick of sumac. This bright, herbaceous salad is the ideal summer pairing for grilled meats, falafel, or mezze platters. A vibrant summer salad with...
by MJF | Jul 17, 2025 | Fish Main Course, French, Main Courses, Paprika, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Monkfish Stroganoff A modern seafood take on the classic Russian comfort dish, this Monkfish Stroganoff blends creamy, rich flavours with the meaty texture of monkfish. A creamy paprika sauce meets tender monkfish strips in this elegant stroganoff...
by MJF | Jul 13, 2025 | Fish Main Course, French, Main Courses, Spices & Herbs, Tarragon, World Cuisines
Escalope of Salmon with Tarragon Crust and Piquant Butter A refined preparation of salmon fillets, crusted with fresh tarragon and parsley breadcrumbs, lightly grilled to golden perfection, and finished with a classic beurre Nantaise. Light, elegant, and richly...
by MJF | Jul 7, 2025 | Coriander Seeds, Cumin, Lamb Main Courses, Main Courses, Mediterranean, Peppercorns, Spices & Herbs, Thyme, World Cuisines
Cumin-Crusted Lamb Rump with Ratatouille Tender lamb rump encrusted with toasted cumin and aromatic spices, seared and roasted to a perfect blush. Served over a refined ratatouille—each vegetable finely diced and gently sautéed for texture and clarity. A dish...
by MJF | Jul 5, 2025 | Afternoon Tea, Cinnamon, English, Kids Cookery, Pastry, Spices & Herbs, Sweets & Candies
Sugary Cinnamon Toast Fingers A warm, crispy, sweet treat just like Granny made…Great with some hot chocolate! Small BowlGrill or Large Frying Pan 2 slices White or Wholemeal Bread2 teaspoons Unsalted Butter (softened, but not melted)1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar½...
by MJF | Jul 5, 2025 | Appetisers, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, Tarragon, World Cuisines
Grilled Polenta with Creamy Mushroom and Tarragon Sauce Golden slices of firm Grilled Polenta form the base of this elegant vegetarian dish, topped with a creamy Mushroom and Tarragon sauce enriched with white wine and cream. Finished with a garnish of Tomato...
by MJF | Jul 3, 2025 | Appetisers, Basil, Hot Appetisers, Italian, Italian, Pasta, Spices & Herbs, World Cuisines
Lemon Basil Gnocchi with Brown Butter & Crushed Hazelnuts Light and tender ricotta gnocchi are tossed in nutty brown butter infused with lemon basil, then topped with toasted hazelnuts and fresh herbs. Elegant and aromatic, this dish highlights basil’s...
by MJF | Jul 3, 2025 | American, Holidays, Iuly 4th Independence Day, Vanilla
By Mark J French | www.chefsnotebooks.com A British chef’s irreverent, delicious take on US Independence Day — with historically inspired recipes from the Revolutionary era and a little poetic flair. And in that spirit……. “Why did the American...
by MJF | Jul 3, 2025 | American, Cold Desserts, Desserts, English, Holidays, Iuly 4th Independence Day, World Cuisines
Red White & Blue Trifle A layered, indulgent trifle blending Strawberries, Raspberries, and Blueberries with White Chocolate Custard, Sherry-Soaked Sponge, and Whipped Cream. This tongue-in-cheek British dessert flies the American colours for Independence Day— a...
by MJF | Jun 28, 2025 | Cold Desserts, Desserts, English, World Cuisines
Summer Pudding This elegant Summer Pudding combines fresh seasonal berries with lightly sweetened fruit syrup, gently set with gelatine and encased in soft white bread. Served chilled with raspberry sauce and custard, it’s a vibrant, nostalgic dessert that’s as...
