Posts Tagged “spice”
Kraken has Contemporary Flavour. They had me at ‘Spiced Rum’ but when Kraken offered me Caramel and Cornish Sea Salt Black Spiced Rum, I was convinced that this was likely the best in their range. Is it the best? Well, that is a matter of taste, but this Limited Edition should have wide appeal to…
Instant Ramen with a Kick. Japan Centre offers a delicious wealth of Japanese foods. That’s no surprise, but they also stock a wide range of Korean food products including the ever-popular instant ramen. Delief Rabokki Original Sweet and Spicy Instant Rice Cake Noodles were new to me. The traditional noodles were joined by the classic…
Spice up Your Cocktails…and more! Want some spooky cocktails to get in the spirit of Halloween? Maybe you are hosting a ghostly dinner party or a ghoulish pre-drinks event and are in need of something spicily scary to get your guests in the mood? Tajin has you covered. From Mexico to UK! Tajin is a…
Chasing the Flavor That Seduced the World. This book is a delicious education. On the Curry Trail: Chasing the Flavor That Seduced the World is a recipe book but also something of a culinary travelogue. It traces the history of what we call curry from its origins to its contemporary personas. The author, Raghavan Iyer,…
These delightful Twelve-Spice Biscuits are an ideal accompaniment to a nice cup of tea on winter afternoons, but they are also key to this rich and decadent dessert that takes only moments to make. This recipe serves four with Spiced Mascarpone Cream, or just enjoy the cookies. Ingredients: 1 pack East India Co. Twelve-Spice…
The Power of Sweet Heat. Charity Haynes founded Haynes Gourmet in the UK back in 2017 with her husband Robert and Dad, also called Robert. The company was small and producing tiny batches of Candied Jalapeños in their home kitchen, selling them at local food events and farmers markets. The company has grown but the…
For any keen baker. It’s that time of year again. Many people celebrate Easter, which is marked by Hot Cross Buns. Mother’s Day has traditional simnel cakes. Spring is the nutmeg season so a nutmeg grater would be a welcome gift for any keen baker. Aromatic nutmeg is the spice from the nutmeg tree. The…
Add a world of flavour to your gin cocktails Spice Kitchen is one of my favourite family-owned companies. I like their style, and the quality of their products is first class. They have been celebrated for their innovations with spice boxes and chilli boxes, and now they have moved from the kitchen to one’s home…
100 Authentic Indian Vegetarian Recipes Author Vina Patel now lives in the US although she was born and grew up in Gujarat in India. She therefore has a perspective on which authentic Gujarati recipes will work for an international audience as well as natives of the subcontinent. The foods of this west-coast region are traditionally…
We now know what that room is for! It came with the house and it’s called a kitchen! Lockdown has been terrible, but it has offered some opportunities. We cook more and actually enjoy it. Chilli No.5 presents gift quality sauces which pack a spicy punch. A welcome gift for any new and enthusiastic home…
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 could vary the proportions of these that I have suggested and even change a few. Dried cherries would work well, as would candied orange peel. Ingredients for Tropical Cinnamon Leaf…
Well, here is a rather interesting cookbook! It has hints of familiar cuisines but Mandalay: Recipes and Tales from a Burmese Kitchen offers a delicious insight into an unfamiliar destination and culinary culture. The Republic of the Union of Myanmar was once known as Burma. It shares borders with India, Bangladesh, Thailand, Laos and China….
We are blessed, if we live in London, with a wealth of gastronomic opportunities. We can indulge in traditional high-end Kaiseki Japanese dinners or humble bowls of ramen. There are Michelin-starred Indian restaurants that even attract visitors from the Subcontinent. Yes, we have plenty to tempt those looking for good food, although it’s often difficult…
It’s possible that the names of both Arun Kapil and his company Green Saffron will be new to you but it’s likely that over the next year or so they will become, if not household, at least kitchen names. The man and the company are carving out a respectable place for themselves in Ireland and…
From Sainsbury’s A warming, mildly spiced soup, packed with flavour. Serves: 4 Preparation time: 10 Minutes Cooking time: 40 Minutes Ingredients 1 tablespoon madras curry paste 1 onion, chopped 2 carrots, diced 75g potato, diced 250g Taste the Difference minced beef 400g can chopped tomatoes 1.2 litres fresh beef stock Freshly ground black…
I had my first visit to Wahaca – the restaurant, that is – just a few weeks ago. The place was vibrant and exciting and so was the food. This book is a paper teaser to help limber up the taste buds. Simple dishes to prepare that will give you a hint of what real…
I am convinced that Korean food will be the next big food trend. It has an appealing mix of tongue-tingling spice, light freshness and an array of textures. It’s generally low in fat and high in fibre so will be welcomed by all of us who enjoy robust flavours but yet seek healthful meals. The…
Modern Thai Food is a large-format volume with some of the most stunning food photography I have ever seen. Jeremy Simons takes advantage of full pages to present the most exquisite close-ups. A simple Ginger Martini is beautiful in its organic whiteness, and the Egg Net Rolls with Pork and Shrimp bursts with colour and…
John Gregory-Smith has penned a unique and fascinating volume. It considers the spices themselves rather than focusing on a particular culinary tradition. So many countries have cuisines that showcase spices. Chilli is common across the globe but was unknown outside the Americas before that continent was discovered; these days we could not consider making an…
A few years ago Thai restaurants were rare but that’s changed, and some lucky folks even get to have holidays in Thailand. They return home and search for those exotic and evocative tastes of Bangkok. Whilst it’s true that one can find some authentic dishes in those aforementioned restaurants, one can’t eat out very often…