Nettle Spaghetti

Inspired by an image of nettle Tagliarini with dock leaves posted by Tim Siadatan, chef and co-owner at Trullo (an … More

Beetroot Salad with Sour Cream Dressing

Last night I made soufflé. It was my first time and I followed Julia Child’s recipe for an egg-whites-only cheese … More

Smokey Griddled Cavolo Nero (or Kale), with Chicory, Truffle and Girolles / Tomatoes, Ricotta, Rosemary and and Garlic / Griddled Parmesan and Lemon Polenta

The chicory and cavolo nero dish was excellent. The musky, savoury earthiness of the truffle and girolles added depth and … More

Leek, Mushroom and Ceps filled Crêpes with Parmesan and Truffle Sauce

In 2012 my friend Katie gave me a little jar of sliced summer truffles in oil. I’ve rarely if ever … More

Chinese Leaf with Spring Onion Greens

Although this is ludicrously simple, it is very delicious and worth making just like this. Have as one among 3-4 … More

Lamb Chops, Hot Romesco Sauce and Fried Chicory

After < 5 minutes of deliberation with Zoe, I made this for dinner in Brixton with Patrick who brought some … More

Smooth Leek, Rosemary and Potato soup with Cannellini Beans

This is luxuriant but simple and the addition of the beans give texture and make it a substantial lunch. Serves … More

Honey, Tomato, Ginger, Saffron and Cinnamon Chicken with Toasted Nuts

On Monday I almost made cauliflower in white sauce with chicken and braised peas – but roast beef with creamy … More

Curried Sweetcorn Chowder

Good for lunch and easy to make. Ingredients 1 small tin, sweetcorn 1 waxy potato, peeled and cut into small … More

Homemade Chicken Kievs with tarragon, parsley and garlic butter oozing out and sweet potato chips.