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COQ AU VIN

COQ AU VIN

Posted on: 10th October 2009 · No Comments
The other day i was asked to prepare a coq au vin for a dinner party, great dish , full of body ideal for a dinner party. I use chicken... Read more »
Slow cooking explained

Slow cooking explained

Posted on: 22nd July 2009 · No Comments
The gadget I cannot live without, is my slow cooker. You can use cheaper cuts of meat and it is so tender, you can also cook cakes in it which... Read more »
Finger Food: Great for parties or snacks

Finger Food: Great for parties or snacks

Posted on: 20th July 2009 · No Comments
Here is some simple advice to make that Summer party go with a real Swing! Provide a variety of finger-food including something for the vegetarians. Try and avoid sloppy saucy dishes, not... Read more »
A Simple Guide to Herbs & Spices

A Simple Guide to Herbs & Spices

Posted on: 18th July 2009 · No Comments
Imagine food without spices? It would taste really bland! But overdoing the spices isn’t good either. Seasoning with herbs and spices means complimenting your dishes, not overwhelming the flavour of the... Read more »
Best way to serve Strawberries

Best way to serve Strawberries

Posted on: 14th July 2009 · No Comments
Fresh, ripe strawberries can be a bit plain, even when really sweet. Balsamic vinegar adds a tartness while, at the same time, being sweet, complimenting the berries perfectly. Black pepper puts a... Read more »
Summer’s here, get the BBQ fired up!

Summer’s here, get the BBQ fired up!

Posted on: 10th July 2009 · No Comments
We all love a good Summer BBQ… I just keep it simple, a few rashes of bacon and burgers and sausages, some home grown herbs. Often I just splash some Worcestershire... Read more »