When we reminisce about long summer days in the South of France and look forward to our summer holidays, we think about those rotisserie chickens from the local markets, juicy peaches, chilled drinks and of course fragrant multi colored tomatoes. Nothing evokes taking the time to enjoy a long lunch on a hot summers’s day, […]
This recipe was a regular feature on the weekends at our original delicatessen in Herne Hill several years ago. Thin layers of potato, cream, garlic and onions are built up inside a pastry case then sealed tight and cooked slowly for an hour. What emerges from the oven is a decadent, filling pie that is […]
Have you ever used Cassava flour before? Its a flour that has a similar texture to regular flour. It also has no taste, as can be the case with almond or coconut flour. Its grain free, wheat free and nut free so this makes it a smart alternative for food allergies and paleo diets. Read […]
Who doesn’t love a warming soup in the Winter months? This carrot and red lentil is one of Mimosa Owner Jan’s favourite. The hint of curry and those red lentils lends a spiciness and depth to what could be an otherwise plain carrot soup. Make a bigger batch and freeze it for those evening you […]
Consider this Moroccan inspired stuffing this Christmas for a variation on the usual styles…. the preserved lemon lends a bitterness with the sweetness coming from the apricots which pair so nicely with the richness of turkey or goose and a fantastic gravy. We also recommend that you cook the stuffing separately in an oven proof […]
A British take on the classic French onion soup using IPA beer. Serve it for an informal get together or after match dinner with some grilled cheese sandwiches or slices of garlic bread. This creamy soup with a hint of bitterness from the beer will warm you up after a cold winters day. Onion […]
What is better in the Winter than a slow cooked stew. It may seem like a lot of work but once the veggies have been chopped and the meat seared then you can let your oven do its magic and slowly cook the beef with wines and all the warming spices and herbs! Burgundy […]
Jan created this wonderfully seasonal salad full of flavour. Marinating fresh mushrooms lends then a more intense flavour which combines with crunchy fennel, toasted walnuts and smokey Provolone for an unusual Autumn salad. Mushroom, Fennel & Provolone Salad Jan Peacock Serves 4 20 minPrep Time 10 minCook Time 30 minTotal Time Save Recipe Print Recipe […]
Its September and feeling like the end of summer with shorter days and a crisper feel to mornings and evenings…. so why not make this velvety frittata to hold onto those last few days of sunshine before the Autumn sets in just a little bit more…. serve it with a green salad or some freshly […]
Fragrant Lamb with prunes & almonds Try this Tagine inspired lamb dish with prunes and almond for a comforting weekend dinner. It can even be made the day before and rewarmed for the next day. Serves 6 Fragrant lamb with prunes & almonds Samuele Carrelli 6 people Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists […]