Burpee Okra
The Burpee Europe team know that despite being widely used in Asian restaurants across Europe, Okra is not widely grown, mainly because suitable varieties have not...
Cap Gin from the Côte d’Azur
It’s new to me, Cap Gin, but this spirit has character and it’s far more than a novelty. Yes, it’s a French gin. Well, we...
Smith and Sinclair Alcoholic Gummies
A trio of cocktail selections I admit it, I was curious but dubious. Smith and Sinclair Alcoholic Gummies seemed to promise so much – although...
wagamama Opening and Staying Safe
wagamama announces plans for safe return to dine-in using ingenious innovation Stay Safe the wagamama Way Oh, how I have missed wagamama. Many of their...
Squeezing Miso Tasty
Japanese food is more popular than ever. Sushi has been the go-to dish for many, but real Japanese food is far more complex and delicious...
Lapsang Souchong Mustard, Cheese and Red Onion Meringue Tart – recipe
This Mustard, Cheese and Red Onion Meringue Tart makes use of a mustard made with tea! It was the Portuguese Princess Catherine who, in 1662,...
Karma Bites
Sounded more like a threat than a snack – Karma Bites. They were in fact light and airy puffed and flavourful lotus seed nibbles, and...
A’Rom Moulin Coarse Salt – product review
Aimed at the informed palette, simple condiments are raised to dizzy heights with these carefully selected gourmet salt and pepper combinations. Each A’Rom Moulin is...
Spiced mango chutney
From Sainsbury’s Fantastically quick and easy homemade mango chutney. Serves: 6 Preparation time: 10 Minutes Cooking time: 25 Minutes Ingredients 1 teaspoon coriander...
Alcoholic gums with Spirit
Smith and Sinclair Alcoholic Gummies I admit it, I was curious but dubious. Smith and Sinclair Alcoholic Gummies seemed to promise so much – although...
PEP Kitchen delivers
PEP Kitchen delivers hearty meals Joe and Ben of PEP Kitchen have introduced me to some of the very best food, and meals that are...
Mr Freed Tortilla chips
Mr Freed Gluten-Free and Vegan Tortilla Chips OK, I confess, I am not usually particularly interested in the ‘free-from’ market. Yes, it’s a concern for...
Goat’s Cheese and Tomato Tart with Burpee Europe
Goat’s Cheese and Tomato Tart, pea shoots, fresh herbs and balsamic reduction is the full name of this delicious summery recipe from the collaboration between...
Bites of ChicP Veggies
Here we are again with a fresh offering from one of my favourite young companies – ChicP. They have become celebrated for their pots of...
Brockmans Tom Collins
Make-at-home cocktails: Sometimes, tradition is best. This is one of those times. If you’re having cocktails at home, shake up this smooth and elegant Tom...
Pretty Princess – Sake Cocktail from Hakushika
Pretty Princess is a Sake Cocktail from Hakushika in Japan. Calpis is a drink that one can find in Japanese speciality shops. Glass: Cocktail glass...
Tropical Cinnamon Leaf Log – recipe
Tropical Cinnamon Leaf Log is perhaps the ultimate sophisticated adult Rocky Road. The recipe replaces the cookie bits and marshmallows with dried exotic fruits. One...
Burpee cooks Gnocchi
Happy #NationalVegetarianWeek and this recipe from Burpee Seeds Europe is the perfect way to celebrate! Pan-Fried Potato Gnocchi, Sautéed Honeycomb Tomatoes and Spinach (devised by...
Pasta Salad with Sweet Vinaigrette
It’s early summer and we crave lighter foods. Burpee Europe have seeds for peppers so one can have delicious veggies with no food miles. Recipe...
Heck for the young at heart
We have just had a little hint of summer and it looks like it’s time to dust off the BBQ. With lockdown it’s probable that...