Brie and Tomato Tarts with Honey & Thyme are a lovely little weekend lunch or snack made in a jiffy. Oozy, gooey cheese, charred tomatoes and sweet honey, what a combo! These tarts are ridiculously easy to throw together but taste like something far fancier. Buttery, flaky pastry forms the perfect base for creamy brie, which melts into absolute perfection in the oven. The tomatoes blister and caramelise slightly, bringing a lovely burst of sweetness and acidity, while the honey ties everything together with a gorgeous sticky finish. A scattering of fresh thyme adds just the right amount of earthiness.…
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Continue ReadingMackerel Tartare with Horseradish Cream, this little wonder is a riff on a Venetian classic, adapted from the POLPO cookbook by Polpo Restaurant. It’s proof that sometimes, the simplest dishes pack the biggest punch. Fresh mackerel meets the bright kick of horseradish, all brought together with a silky, tangy cream.…
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Continue ReadingOozy, gooey, salty, sweet, crispy goodness. Oh my… This Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Cranberry Compote is such a great little recipe. You can’t really call it a recipe, to be honest, but it certainly delivers! Is there anything more indulgent than warm, melty Brie wrapped in golden pastry?…
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Continue ReadingFennel & Leek Soup with Smoked Mackerel. Slooooowly braised fennel and leek are a match made in heaven. By gently cooking them, their natural sweetness intensifies, creating a rich, comforting base for this earthy, nutrient-packed soup. The result? A bowl of pure, velvety goodness that feels both wholesome and indulgent.…
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Continue ReadingSpinach, Feta & Ricotta Rolls with Mint & Dill: All the best classic flavours rolled up into flavour bomb bites with a flakey, crispy coating, seasoned with sesame and nigella seeds. These golden parcels are packed with a rich, herby spinach, feta, and ricotta filling, creating the perfect balance of…
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Continue ReadingSmashed Jerusalem Artichokes with Crispy Capers, Creamed Spinach, Hot Smoked Salmon & a Poached Egg—a bit of a mouthful for a title, but trust me, every bite is packed with incredible flavour! This dish is all about contrast and balance. Earthy, nutty Jerusalem artichokes are smashed and pan-fried in butter…
