Gratin of Caramelised Chicory in Béchamel with Ham

This is a modest but luxurious-tasting dish that can serve as a main course with a green salad and some … More

Spinach, Garlic, Yogurt and Cumin Eggs

Though simple and involving few ingredients, this was a particularly delicious breakfast. I made it for Zoe and Tim (co-eds-in-chief … More

Bacon and Gruyère Quiche

A few weeks ago I read a long essay in Elizabeth David’s “Is there a Nutmeg in the House?” (a collection … More

Alpine Potatoes

Using leftovers in the fridge I made this quick supper before driving out of London — it was really good. … More

Roast Pumpkin and Chard with Spiced Lime Yogurt and Pomegranate Seeds, Carrot Pickle and Chickpea Pancakes

Zoe texted me the ingredients in her fridge: pumpkin and some chard, and a carrot or two. There also turned … More

Charred Radicchio, Orange, Walnut and Oregano Salad

To precede a rich and delicious main of polenta with fennel sausage and tomato cooked by Sam, I made this … More

Carrot and Tarragon Salad | Lamb with Prunes | Spiced Fig and Plum Spelt Cake

Zoe organised a supper at hers with Tim, Patrick, and Chris  last night,  and texted me in the morning asking … More

Scotch Bonnet and Lime Aioli

Sam is collaborating in a project about the historical and cultural place of salt cod that focuses on how different … More

Tomatoes and Courgette Flowers with White Cheese, Chilli and a Fried Egg

We had lots of courgette flowers and tomatoes in the greenhouse and I made this for breakfast on Saturday. My … More

Runner Beans with Burnt Onion and Cumin

On the TV some time last year or the year before I saw someone make burnt onion powder to flavour … More