Archive For August 2023
A Spirited History. Now, here is a vodka which ticks a trio of boxes. The King of Soho Copacetic Vodka is a rather good sipping vodka and perfect for a classic Martini. It’s a bottle that should grace the cocktail cabinet of any Londoner who knows a bit about the city’s history, and it makes…
Grill with a Difference. A British summer is always chancy. The weather changes in moments. The sun might be unpredictable, but the food doesn’t have to be. HECK offer a range of summer-perfect grill-worthy delights and Lamb Burgers have just joined the array. HECK’s new gluten-free Lamb Burgers, launching exclusively with Ocado, can be grilled…
Romanian Red. Paparuda is a Romanian ritual used to encourage rain in times of drought. A young girl would dance through the streets to protect the crops. I don’t know if that tradition continues but Paparuda Pinot Noir, Estate Selection, does take advantage of the ideal climate for its production. Premium Romanian wine estate Cramele…
This Sausage Quiche recipe is an economic and popular dish for all the family and at any time of year. Use the best quality sausages at they are the main ingredient. Servings: 8 Ingredients 4 eggs 400g sausage cut into small chunks and fried 400ml full fat milk 200g of shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 small…
Diplomatico with a delicious twist The Martini came on to the scene in the 1860s, although its exact origins are still unclear. In 1863, an Italian vermouth maker began using the brand name Martini for its product, after its director Alessandro Martini. That same brand name may be the source of the famous cocktail’s name….
From Sainsbury’s Sweet, syrupy pears with a brandy kick that makes for a fantastic homemade gift or after-dinner dessert. Serves: 4 Preparation time: 20 Minutes Cooking time: 10 Minutes Ingredients: 250g preserving or granulated sugar 1 vanilla pod 4 firm ripe pears, cut in half and cored 8 star anise Rind of 1…
From Morrisons Ingredients Schnapps Blue Taboo Soda Method Swirl 15ml schnapps around the inside of a chilled stemmed glass, then add ice. Carefully pour over 50ml Blue Taboo Top with a small dash of soda to make a longer drink. You could also try using Taboo Original or Ruby as an alternative. …
From BBC Food Give Lorraine Pascale’s super-quick canapés or an easy picnic snack a go today. Ingredients 500g/1lb 2oz ready-made puff pastry plain flour, for dusting 1 x 280g jar sun-dried tomatoes, drained and finely chopped few sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves only, finely chopped 1 free-range egg, lightly beaten Method Put the…
Mixer or Straight Up. We have a few short months of al fresco entertaining at home or away. Belvoir Farm Non-Alcoholic Cocktails are perfect for a picnic or a garden party. They present some convenient and delicious inspiration for both alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. Belvoir Farm is found in the Leicestershire countryside of the Vale…
100 Recipes for Enjoying Your Favorite Ingredient All Year Long. It’s summer (a coolish one for us in the UK) and tomatoes are at their best and cheapest. Simply Tomato: 100 Recipes for Enjoying Your Favorite Ingredient All Year Long will remind the home cook how versatile these fruits (yes, they are fruit) can be….
A sweet winner. Looking for an award-winning dessert wine? Is it going to cost a packet? You may be surprised to learn that Tesco Finest Dessert Semillon 2018 wine from Australia’s De Bortoli family winery is both a winner and affordable. Don’t hear those two words paired together very often these days, but here they…