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Panettone Crostini
Yes!! It’s Saturday 23rd December, and I am officially off work for the holidays! I’m having a blast at my new(ish) job and looking forward to what’s coming in the new year, but it’s a welcome rest. I first made this Christmassy take on crostini (or bruschetta) last year when Mark and I were using … Continue reading Panettone Crostini
Namayasai: Organic, UK-grown Japanese Vegetables
You've probably got the hint by now that I'm a bit of a fan of Japan and Japanese food. I heard about Namayasai when Mark and I did our udon making class with Yuki from Yuki's Kitchen. We were discussing how to get hold of particular Japanese vegetables in London and Yuki-san told us about … Continue reading Namayasai: Organic, UK-grown Japanese Vegetables
Hiroshimayaki at okonomimura
We arrived in Hiroshima in the evening after a great day visiting Himeji Castle and Kokoen Garden. We got ourselves checked in to our hotel before seeking out some grub! Hiroshima has its own special type of okonomiyaki, a Japanese omelette/pancake, made with less batter and with the addition of noodles - and they are … Continue reading Hiroshimayaki at okonomimura
The Indian Spice Shop, Drummond Street
Ever since going to Sri Lanka, and learning about how they cook their delicious sambols and curries at the Euphoria Spice Garden in Matale, I've been wondering where I might be able to buy fresh curry leaves and other ingredients in London. I've recently been wanting to have a go at some of the recipes … Continue reading The Indian Spice Shop, Drummond Street
Learning to Make Udon and Tempura with Yuki’s Kitchen
When it comes to birthday and Christmas gifts, Mark and I both like to get each other vouchers for experiences rather than "stuff" as a general preference. Sometimes they are real vouchers, and sometimes they are handwritten "IOUs" depending on the situation. Cooking classes are perfect gifts because we both love to cook, and there … Continue reading Learning to Make Udon and Tempura with Yuki’s Kitchen
Halloumi Stuffed Flatbreads
I'm all about the mezze at the moment with my labneh and sumac cauliflower posts, and this is another string you can all add to your mezze bows! These halloumi-stuffed flatbreads are a great addition to an Eastern sharing feast and have a little hint of tomato and cinnamon to tickle the taste buds. The … Continue reading Halloumi Stuffed Flatbreads
Guinness Hot Fudge Sauce
Happy St Patrick's Day! In December I visited Dublin for the first time with my husband and sister-in-law. At the top of our list of priorities was the Guinness Storehouse and I shared a bit about it in my Dublin Highlights post. One of my favourite parts of the experience (aside from drinking plenty of … Continue reading Guinness Hot Fudge Sauce
Sumac roast cauliflower with hazelnut dukkah and harissa yoghurt
When I think about some of my favourite meals, I'm always drawn to big sharing feasts with a variety of dishes. Mezze, tapas, dim sum, and barbecue are some that immediately spring to mind. I think it's primarily because I don't have to decide on one thing and can have lots of options. I've always … Continue reading Sumac roast cauliflower with hazelnut dukkah and harissa yoghurt
Bean to Bar: Making Chocolate at Hotel Chocolat
A couple of months ago I went to a friend's birthday at Hotel Chocolat's Bean to Bar class at their shop and school on Monmouth St, Covent Garden. I've done a couple of chocolate classes before for work events or hen parties, so I was interested to see how this one would compare. We were … Continue reading Bean to Bar: Making Chocolate at Hotel Chocolat
A Year in Dinners 