The Senseo looks stylish, works efficiently and has lights that tell you when to run the cleaning cycle, descale and wash out plus other helpful automated features. So easy is it to use, and so fast, that I keep making myself cups of coffee every ten minutes and then jabbering wildly at people whilst rushing around the office finding unnecessary things to do. I think it’s the caffeine overload causing it, but you never know.
Potato souffle with cheese and chives
A nice development on the traditional cheese souffle.
Devilled, Roast Potato Wedges
Created by Michel Roux jnr. these are simple to make and would be a tasty treat on their own, or to accompany other dishes.
Beef and smoked paprika casserole with rooster potatoes
A tasty, warming dish for a chilly day.
British Cheese week offers and recipes
British Cheese Week runs from until the 4th October and what better way to mark this than enjoy some lovely cheesy meals!
Sea Bass with Red Leicester and Hot Aubergine Salsa
Succulent fish fillets topped with melting Red Leicester cheese taste superb – especially when served with a delicious aubergine and tomato salsa. This is a fabulous dish for a special occasion, yet it’s really easy to make.
Farmhouse Cheddar Linguine with Bacon, Mint and Peas
Sometimes the simplest of dishes taste the best – such as this very tasty pasta main course.
The Princess of Shoreditch to re-launch this October
The owners have created two distinct dining areas, in this newly refurbished pub, downstairs will be a more relaxed brasserie style while the upstairs restaurant will have a slightly more formal atmosphere and menu, The Princess of Shoreditch is looking like it will be a great place to visit.
Spiced Lamb Koftas
So many countries around the world have their own version of these meaty patties and it just goes to show you how versatile they can be. I love every single version of them, but here is my own version that borrows its earthy spices from the middle east, but takes its heat from the fiery chillies that the Indians use to flavour their version. I like to serve mine with aromatic Basmati rice, which makes the perfect accompaniment.
Bellevue Rendezvous wine tasting event 5th October
The recently launched Bellevue Rendezvous in Wandsworth is hosting its first wine tasting event on Monday 5th October. Chef patron Pablo Gallego has created a 6-course tasting menu which will be paired with a selection of French wines priced at £60 per head.