This is one of my favourite things to make when the weather turns cooler. The sauce is glossy and rich and full of the good stuff. I love the depth of flavour that the Grana Padano Riserva brings to this, almost nutty and umami. Go for smoked garlic if you can, otherwise regular will do. This is such a quick recipe to prepare and perfect for a midweek meal.
Read MoreThis is one of my favourite things to make when figs are in season. The squishier they are the better. I love a splash of booze in this and use Cointreau or amaretto but you could use any sweet liqueur or add a little orange juice if you liked too. The best thing about this is that there is no need to roll the pastry, just press it in and up the pan. If it looks rustic you’re doing it right!
Read MoreA fruity twist on this favourite I love the vibrancy of this cocktail. Go for British raspberries if you can and always choose Maldon sea salt.
Read MoreInspired by a drink I enjoyed at a rather fabulous ocean floating bar whilst on holiday, this cocktail is one of my favourites to enjoy as an aperitif. The smoked salt is the perfect match against sweet amaretto and cranberry and really makes the flavours sing.
Read MoreTaking their name from the Italian word ‘nudi’ meaning ‘naked,’ these pillowy soft balls are similar to what one might use as the filling for a ravioli – only they are without the pasta shell and are therefore, naked. I love to serve gnudi in the summer. Blissfully light and full of flavour they make a perfect simple supper or lunch in the garden.
Read MoreA twist on the classic margarita, I love the firey kick that Jalapeño brings to this. Look for smoked salt for the rim as it really makes this drink sing.
Read MoreNutty, sweet with a lick of sea salt, this is one of my favourite ice creams to make. Make sure you use a good flakey sea salt. I always use Maldon. You can switch up the almonds and almond butter for other nuts too. Hazelnut and hazelnut butter work well too as does peanut.
Read MoreOne of my favourite things to eat during summer. Delicate courgette flowers are stuffed with a zesty, herbed ricotta filling before crisped up in a light batter. I love to finish them with a drizzle of honey and a generous pinch of good flakey sea salt (for me it’s always Maldon). Enjoy these as a starter or aperitivo with a glass of something cool.
Read MoreI love the vibrancy of this dish. The lively green always brings a smile to the table as does the fresh and bright asparagus - a true nod to spring.
Read MoreBeets can be a divisive subject at the dinner table. They have somewhat marmite charm to them. Some love them. Some loathe them. I have catered for both camps and even with the most perturbed of beetroot eaters have managed to turn them round to enjoying them with this salad. Roasting beets brings out a natural sweetness in them reducing their earthiness whilst still maintaining their flavour.
Read MoreI love the colour of this dish. The pink and red hues of the salmon, blood orange and chilli clash brilliantly, and as they cook, create a vibrant almost tangerine coloured oil. The use of the blood orange zest, juice and slices create an almost jammy texture that keeps the salmon beautifully moist and ensures that the garlic cooks to soft, sweet, caramelised perfection
Read MoreCavolo nero, also known as Lacinato kale, is the taller, darker Italian cousin of curly kale. With its dark, dinosaur grooved leaves, it is easily recognisable. Cavolo nero has a rich and earthy taste but is slightly sweeter than regular kale.
Read MoreCrispy, garlicky, cheesy topped potatoes with a good kick of chilli and aromatic rosemary. Similar to a gratin but perhaps a little lighter owing to the absense of cream. These are crunchy on the top and buttery soft below. Delicious alongside some simple white fish (spoon over any excess chilli garlicky butter over it) or even steamed greens.
Read MoreThese are delicious if you fancy something meaty and delicious that’s not meat. I love to serve these alongside some jasmine rice and wok’d vegetables. They make for a delicious side dish too.
Read MoreI love the colours in this dish and it’s often something I’ll cook for a midweek supper for two when I feel like the week needs an injection of joy. I say cook, it’s more of a throw together. The only cooking required is to char the pear but even that takes no time at all.
Read MoreI always love to bring a gift whenever I am visiting someone be it for a dinner party or even just a cup of tea. A homemade gift feels so much more personal and these Grana Padano shortbreads always go down a treat! They are quick to make and completely delicious. These are savoury shortbread biscuits go and make for a perfect canapé or aperetivo nibble.
Read MoreIf ever I am hosting a dinner where I know I need to impress this is always a dish I think about. Although the components are simple; squash, mozzarella, blackberries and pesto, there is something so incredibly moreish and delicious about it that I am rarely without ‘oohs’ and ‘ahs’ when serving it. It is plate lickingly good as well as beautiful which is the perfect dinner party material in my book. We often think of juicy tomatoes when using mozzarella but blackberries are the perfect match too, bursting in the mouth with fresh juiciness.
Read MoreA true plate licking worthy side dish with crispy potatoes, crunchy roast broccoli and a creamy, smoked garlic yogurt. I love to serve this as a side or even star of the dinner table and the left overs make for wonderful bowlfuls too.
Read MoreI love the colour of this dish and I have really enjoyed creating this recipe for Grana Padano as part of my Tastemaker partnership. The earthy green pesto with creamy Grana Padano Riserva is beautiful at this time of year and the crispy sage leaves give a lovely nod to Autumn.
Read MoreI first tried this at a fabulous beach restaurant on a tiny Greek island called Lipsi. Feta is eaten at almost every Greek meal and this warm version is utterly delicious. The salty creamy cheese is wonderful against sweet honey and creamy tahini and filo gives it a gorgeous crunch.
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