When I was little my aunt Lizzie was exactly who I wanted to be when I grew up. One of … More
Category: Winter
Smoked Mackerel Kedgeree
Massive cooked breakfasts are off the menu at the moment , cooking them for 40 people at a time has … More
Smoked Mackerel and Cream Cheese Pate with Red Onion, Pickle and Parsley
Mackerel is back in season , one of my favourite fish , it is both plentiful and ethical. For anyone … More
Jerusalem Artichoke and Leek Gratin
In case it seems things we getting a little too meaty around here, I am still working my way through … More
Shredded Chilli Beef Brisket
Many weeks ago the special in the Derby Market was Beef Brisket on the bone. This is a real Flintstones … More
Dim Sum
Its Chinese New Year this Sunday, and if you are looking for something delicious and I promise very easy to … More
Salt Fish Croquettes with Mushy Peas and Tartare Sauce
I have another cold (boo hiss). This means I need comfort food , something from childhood like fishfingers and mash … More
Chinese Slow Cook Pork Shoulder with Five Spice Sauce
I really wanted to go for a walk this Saturday, but we got a call to say a long awaited … More
Potato, Kale and Chorizo Tortilla
This Sunday my head was pounding following a foolish consumption of gin on a Saturday night, truly ruinous but so … More
Lamb Shanks with Butter Beans and Kale.
I love lamb shanks not only are they very easy to cook, they require no carving to give perfect portions. … More