Charleston Gumbo

January 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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A Charleston Gumbo is, probably, the most known and most famous recipe of the Lowcountry cuisine. Lowcountry recipes are mainly associated with the US regions of Charleston and Savannah with some parallels to the Cajun cuisines of New Orleans. The beauty of this style of recipes is not only the fantastic taste, but also the combination of different cooking styles. Lowcountry recipes are a unique blend of ideas and traditions from European, African and Native American cuisines. I love the spice … [Read more...]

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Don’t be seduced by a pretty cake

September 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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It’s very easy to be seduced by the decorative artistry of a cake, the tremendously thick and tasty icing and the beautifully arranged toppings is enough to make anybody’s mouth water. However, just like you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, you shouldn’t judge a cake by its sweet sugary trimmings. As my sincere Grandma use to say without a hint of irony “It’s what’s inside that counts”. I’m the first person to hold my hands up and admit that I have often neglected those … [Read more...]

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Cook British This Fortnight

September 28, 2010 By 1 Comment
Oxtail Stew

Loyd Grossman celebrates British Food Fortnight with three new recipes Autumn is not just the season of golden brown leaves and a change in weather - it also brings with it great tasting British seasonal ingredients which are full of flavour; so what better time to celebrate absolute British food. For two weeks in September, food and drink festivals will be set up and restaurants will put together special tasting menus in a bid to support Britain’s national cuisine - celebrating … [Read more...]

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Tasting Fine Chocolate

September 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Chocolate tasting is often compared to wine tasting.  On the one hand this is a fantastic analogy, because the cocoa bean really does give us a whole world of different flavours to savour.  On the other hand though, it makes fine chocolate sound like a thing that can only be enjoyed by aficionados, and I don’t think fine chocolate should be limited in that way. So, like wine, there is something unique to look out for. Join the Dark Side? So why would someone make that leap from … [Read more...]

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Gut Week : Health in a bowl

August 19, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Antony W-T recipe (Health in a Bowl) lower res

Health is a bowl is one of the most delightfully nourishing dishes I have come across in a long time. It quite simply reaches the parts no other dish can reach - packed with barley, lentils, and vegetables it is a dish futher enhanced with the addition of ham on the bone. A simple elegant meal which does not compromise on taste in order to be healthy, nourishing and more importantly, good for your gut! Don´t forget Gut Week 23rd-29th August. SERVES 8 450g (1lb) thick-cut ham on the bone, … [Read more...]

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Gut Week: Thai Steamed Salmon

August 19, 2010 By Leave a Comment
THAI STEAMED SALMON - credit Steve Lee

Here is a quick reminder about Gut Week which runs between 23rd-29th August.  Last month we featured a delicious Oriental tofu, onion and mushroom kebabs,  Moroccan Lamb Stew and a refreshing herby fruit salad. With Gut Week just around the corner this week we are featuring a delectable steamed salmon recipe (one of my favourite fish, and something I absolutely adore to cook!) Here the salmon is marinated in coriander, ginger, mint, lime juice and chillies. Serve with brown basmati rice … [Read more...]

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Gut Week: Herby Fruit Salad

July 12, 2010 By 1 Comment
FRUIT SALAD - credit Steve Lee

Following on from my earliest post on Gut Week, which contained a delicious recipes for Oriental Tofu Kebabs and Moroccan Lamb Stew, here is the third recipe suggestion – courtesy of Love your Gut - A twist on a classic fruit salad, the Asian influence of coriander and coconut milk is unusual yet refreshing ­ perfect after a heavy meal. Mark the 23rd-29th August and pay a visit to loveyourgut.com for helpful hints and tipes for getting your gut in shape!  Digestive problems are no fun … [Read more...]

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Gut Week : Moroccan Lamb Stew

July 12, 2010 By 1 Comment
MORROCCAN LAMB STEW - credit Steve Lee

Following on from my earliest post on Gut Week, which contained a delicious recipe for Oriental Tofu Kebabs, here is the second recipe suggestion - courtesy of Love your Gut This is one of my favourite recipes, full of colour and flavour. Harissa and pickled lemons are an integral part of North African cooking and are a perfect foil for lamb in this satisfying dish. Serve with bulgur wheat or warmed flatbread. I madfe this dish over the weekend and served it with warmed flatbread - a … [Read more...]

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Gut Week : Oriental tofu, onion and mushroom kebabs

July 12, 2010 By 1 Comment
Oriental tofu

Gut Week 2010 is an annual week that runs this year from 23rd-29th August. Gut Week aims to help people understand the importance of good digestive health by providing free information and advice on how to achieve a healthy gut (more information/food advice can be found on  www.loveyourgut.com) Tom Smith, chief executive at charity, Core, says, ‘We are, as they say,  quite literally, what we eat, so need to be careful about our choices of  food and drinks. In the summer months, … [Read more...]

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Food for Thought

April 6, 2010 By Leave a Comment
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Going for a meal out can be a great experience, but if its great food and ambiance that you’re after it doesn’t always come cheap. Many people just opt for a meal out for special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries, but this no longer has to be the case now that sites such as moneysupermarket.com are offering money saving vouchers to anyone who visits their site. If you check out the site you’ll find a vast choice of restaurant vouchers to choose from that could help make your … [Read more...]

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