Recipes

Christmas Day can be like a food marathon. What with a heavy lunch, dessert and a load of nibbles dotted around the house to tempt you, it can be a struggle getting to mid-afternoon before you start dozing. Something light and fresh to start yo…

Paprika Fish with Pepper and Tomato Sauce Serves 4 4 pieces of salmon fillet weighing approx 100g each2 tbsp paprika1 tbsp olive oil1 red pepper, sliced thinly1 clove of garlic, sliced1 tbsp tomato puree1 tin of chopped tomatoes/400g left…

Thai Steamed FishServes 4 4 pieces of white fish such as cod, haddock or pollack, approx 100g each1 large or 2 small chillies, deseeded and finely sliced1 thumb size of ginger, peeled and cut into thin strips2 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced2 …

Lobster Thermador is one of those recipes that is definitely made for special times. Expensive, rich and indulgent, you would have to be fairly flippant with your money if you decide to eat one of these on a regular basis. I'm still undec…

  Mussels and leeks go remarkably well together; earthy deep orange fresh Northumbrian shellfish accompanied by sweet mild onion leeks in a kind of gratin. Bubbling golden cheese is waiting to be cracked with crusty bread, un…

    It is a much used statement but I have to agree, breakfast is undoubtedly the most important meal of the day. I can't argue with my stomach, and it is this organ that dominates the way that I think each day, an organ…

  This is a simple pan-fried piece of tuna loin served on a bed of sautéed potatoes and leeks. The roasted pepper sauce is one I turn to quite often for its versatility (it will go with most meats) but mainly for its …

  I love south Indian food, specifically Keralan with their combination of fish, fruit and coconut based curries. This recipe calls for tamarind but an ageing mango works perfectly as a fruity sweet replacement. New season sa…