Lovage, Fennel and Ricotta Risotto

Last night, I had no celery to start off a risotto, and so swapped in lovage, as it is from … 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

Roasted Aubergine with Peppers, Melted Parmesan and Basil

This is a delicious, soft mess of a dish; adding parmesan to the roasting aubergines a few minutes before removing … More

Mozzarella and Tomato Salad with Fennel, Chilli, Garlic and Parsley

After a swim at the Brockwell Lido I made a selection of vegetarian dishes with Zoe and Henry. I remember … More

Hazelnut and Shropshire Blue Salad

A few months ago I enjoyed a butter lettuce and hazelnut salad with house salad cream at Hoi Polloi in … More

Aubergine, Spinach and Girolles in White Sauce with Garlic and Parsley

I think I’m stuck in a vegetable and white sauce cooking rut – but am content to be there. I … More

Quick Italian-Style Dauphinois with Bay Leaves

I made this when eating toute seule after a day’s digging in the vegetable patch, where I was planting seedlings … More

Arancini Primavera with Goat’s Cheese, Slow-Roast Tomato Sauce and Fresh Tomato, Mint and Oregano

This is a very good leftovers dish. I had some risotto from a previous night’s supper that was adapted from … More

Open Lasagne with Slow Roast Tomato, Seared Courgette, Spinach, Ricotta and Basil Oil

Forgot to take a picture, so here are some tomatoes. Paying close attention to vegetables can be rewarding. When staying … More

Nettle Spaghetti

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