For centuries Brodetto was the dish of the fisherman to use up the fish not wanted by their customers. It evolved into a more refined but still robust dish, over the years. There are many ways of preparing Brodetto but this recipe is one of my favorites. ... Read More
Enjoy Natasha’s tasty Pavlova, a meringue-based dessert that is very popular in Australian and often served at Christmas and other major celebrations. ... Read More
With the holidays coming, we thought you’d enjoy a new recipe we discovered on our wine tasting trip to Burgundy: Chicken Supreme with a Gingerbread Crust and Dijon Mustard Sauce. It’s easy to make (a priority for me) and incorporates three important ingredients from Burgundy : white wine, Dijon mustard and gingerbread. ... Read More
Italian Bruschetta Recipes – Delicious Snacks and Light Meals on Summer Days I was searching for a birthday gift for Philippe and good friend Sara recommended I offer him a cooking lesson. She knew Franco Taruschio, acclaimed chef and former owner of the famous Walnut Tree Inn restaurant in Wales and got in touch. Franco ... Read More
A holiday celebration at our house would not be complete without a Glazed Ham, the ultimate versatile dish that is delicious served both warm or cold. Bernard, Reservations Ingredients 6-7kg Smoked gammon on the bone 2lt apple and raspberry juice then water to cover Onion halved 2 cloves garlic unpeeled 2 celery sticks 2 star ... Read More
Our Reservations Manager, Nerissa, shares some wonderful traditions and recipes that were influenced by her Dutch upbringing and her time spent living in London with her family. ... Read More
The Dutch girl in me would prefer apple sauce but my husband insists on the very English Bread Sauce! Enjoy! Nerissa, Reservations Manager Ingredients 400g good quality home made white breadcrumbs 500ml milk (full fat) 1/2 onion 4 cloves 2 myrtle leaves ¼ teaspoon mace 25g butter 2 teaspoons double cream Fresh nutmeg Steps on ... Read More
Our Technical Manager, Sarah, shares her very easy recipe for Edible Christmas Decorations. The hard part is having one left on the tree by Christmas Day! ... Read More
It’s the holiday season and I love the spicy smell of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves throughout the house. Here’s an easy French recipe for gingerbread, meant for the Chicken with Gingerbread Crust and Mustard recipe. ... Read More
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