Archive For February 2017

Roch Castle, Pembrokeshire – hotel review

Roch Castle, Pembrokeshire – hotel review

Roch Castle (in Welsh: Castell y Garn) is a 12th-century castle, located at the village of Roch near Haverfordwest, in Pembrokeshire, Wales. Yes, we have all visited castles. Britain is peppered with them, indicating our somewhat turbulent history. They tend to offer two main facets – half museum and half ruin. But we were going…

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White Turkey Chili

White Turkey Chili

From Whole Foods Market   Serves 6 to 8 We love this non-traditional chili made with tomatillos, green chiles and white beans. The optional toppings add fresh color and bright flavor.   Ingredients 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 pounds ground turkey breast 1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped 1 medium yellow…

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Eneko at One Aldwych for dinner – restaurant review

Eneko at One Aldwych for dinner – restaurant review

One Aldwych is a smart and celebrated hotel and, as its name suggests, occupies the front near-side corner of that sweeping crescent called Aldwych. Eneko is its latest restaurant, taking the basement place of Axis, which I had always enjoyed. Eneko opened in London last year. It’s a sibling of one of the Basque region’s…

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Turkey Pumpkin Chili

Turkey Pumpkin Chili

From Whole Foods Market Serves 6   Besides adding a sweet nutty flavor to dishes, pumpkin is a ready source of vitamin A, which boosts the nutrition content of this offbeat chili. Garnish each portion with a dollop of sour cream and chopped cilantro.   Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small yellow onion,…

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Trolley in the Lobby Bar at One Aldwych – bar review

Trolley in the Lobby Bar at One Aldwych – bar review

The name ‘lobby bar’ might give the impression that this is something of an after-thought. Perhaps a venue through which to pass. A prequel to the main event. That couldn’t be further from the truth. It now has a trolley! One Aldwych and its Lobby Bar occupy one of the most important Edwardian buildings in…

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Thai-Style Red Curry with Turkey and Green Beans

Thai-Style Red Curry with Turkey and Green Beans

From Whole Foods Market   Serves 6   Use leftover turkey (and perhaps green beans) from Thanksgiving to make this bright, spicy curry. Or substitute cubed, cooked chicken, tempeh or tofu. Ladle it over cooked brown rice or spaghetti squash and top with chopped cilantro if you wish.   Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil 1…

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The Garden House – a stay with friends – hotel review

The Garden House – a stay with friends – hotel review

The Beaverbrook Estate is vast. The main house (to be completed as a hotel of distinction later in 2017) is baronial. But there is another hotel which is part of this well-appointed complex and it’s unique. The Garden House is on a more human scale than the main house which was once the home of…

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Jamie Oliver’s Stuffed Turkey & Cider Gravy

Jamie Oliver’s Stuffed Turkey & Cider Gravy

This is the star of the show, so start with a quality bird and give it plenty of love and attention.   Serves: 10 Preparation time: 20 Minutes Cooking time: 195 Minutes   Ingredients: 1 x 5kg Norfolk Black turkey 3 clementines, halved 1 bunch of fresh rosemary 1 tablespoon olive oil by Sainsbury’s plus…

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