There are certain foods that just seem to make you feel a bit fuzzy inside, the sort of foods that wrap you up in a blanket, kiss you on the tummy and say everything is OK in the world. We all have our own comfort foods, and this is one of mine. When I was [...]
A few days ago I had a request, A friend of my sister wanted me to come up with a vegetarian chilli recipe, and of course being the obliging cook I set to work with creating said dish. The problem I find with a number of vegetarian chilli recipes is the lack of umami, which [...]
To me there is something very evocative about a squash, it reminds me of crisp nights, roaring bonfires, streams of fireworks in clear skies gleaming hues of green blue and red across happy faces in awe, drinking hot pumpkin soup, kissing, holding hands and appreciating family, life and the fuzzy glow you get when nothing [...]
I think it’s fair to suggest that most peoples experience with beetroot revolves around that stuff from a jar that’s highly acidic and generally left to one side of the plate, well don’t let that put you off giving this one a try, the subtle earthy flavour of the beetroot goes so well with the [...]
Some of the purists out their might turn and say something about the fact pizza is not British, but I would say in a way it is. Britain is and always has been a great absorber of other food cultures, we are lucky to have such a varied cuisine. Along with our national favourites we [...]
Cheese and onion has to be one of the best food combinations ever, it’s so versatile and it just works. This is a super simple cheese and onion pasty recipe, it’s rich and comforting, ideal for a cold afternoon snack. This recipe makes 6 large ones, you can make smaller ones if you find a [...]
It seems we are having a spate of nice weather lately, so I thought I would share my recipe for this summery goats cheese and watercress tart, it’s one of the simplest tarts to make and will add something different to any BBQ party, as a vegetarian snack or even part of a main course. [...]
I am a foodie, a haphazard culinary procrastinator, wild with enthusiasm for all things gastronomy, bereft of any self control. A cook, giver of recipes, absorber of knowledge. Always hungry.
