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Fried Sardines and Summer Greens
---light dinner series: fried sardines and summer greens--- Cornish sardines have been historically known as pilchards – and the term is still used now for sardines that are longer than 15cm. First exports of Cornish pilchards dates back to the 16th century, when the fish used to be salted, pressed and packed into wooden barrels, ready to be shipped across Europe. According to the Cornish Sardine Management Association, it appears that a record of 8,000 tonnes of pilchards have been exported in 1843, showing how thriving the fish market was back in the days. In contrast, in 1997 only 7 tonnes of pilchards have been caught off the Cornish coast.…
Orzo Salad with Crayfish and Green Peas
Summertime and the cooking is easy Orzo Salad with Crayfish and Green Peas Summers are all about quick, easy dinners that require minimal cooking while boosting all the fresh flavours. And this salad ticks all the boxes. It’s easy to…
Hispi Cabbage with Salsa Verde
- summertime and the cooking is easy - Hispi cabbage – also known as hearted, sweetheart or pointed cabbage – appears to be quite on trend in hip London restaurants, so I wanted to give it a try. What I…
Rhubarb, Tarragon and Stem Ginger Compote
A fragrant, summery compote of rhubarb, tarragon and stem ginger Rhubarb, tarragon and stem ginger compote Rhubarb season is heading towards the end now, and I must have eaten my body weight in rhubarb by now. The season begins early…
How to Cook a Duck – a Chef’s Manifesto for Cooking From Scratch
Chapter One: Duck Soup for the Soul The price of food has been constantly going up over the past years. And as we get busier than ever, we rarely find time to cook something from scratch. We search for convenience.…
Asparagus crostini with confit garlic aioli
Asparagus crostini with confit garlic aioli – suitable for garden parties and summer gatherings. Asparagus crostini with confit garlic aioli Asparagus is in full season this month – and it also happens to be my absolute favourite spring vegetable. I…
Food Styling Services
Food Styling Services in London I am a London based food stylist with more than 2 years experience. I provide food styling services for various commercial and non-commercial projects, such as: cookery books, food magazines, catering businesses and restaurant menus.…
