2nd February 2009 marked the start of the ‘New Season’ for New Zealand Lamb here in the UK, reminding lamb-lovers nationwide that their favourite meat is widely available. New Zealand’s climate ensures that lamb is available for UK customers virtually all year round. It also complements a range of other seasonal, springtime vegetables, such as new potatoes, tomatoes and purple sprouting broccoli.
Using The Plot -Paul Merrett
That Paul Merrett should be a Michelin-starred chef and also a very good writer is galling for those of us who will never be either, His memoir is clearly written, informative, inspiring and above all funny. This book is fifty percent his record of a year taming his allotment and fifty percent the great recipes that he uses his produce for.
Cooking With Monisha- Chef’s Evening- Valentine’s Dinner With Market Experience
The UK’s hottest Indian cookery school has created a special event for Valentine’s Day. Chef Monisha Bharadwaj will cook you a romantic Indian supper using fresh ingredients. Enjoy the evening dining in an exotic, relaxed ambience with that special someone. Watch Monisha cook her favourite recipes for you and enjoy a sumptuous 3-course meal that you will never get to eat in any restaurant! Chat with Monisha as she cooks and pick up tips on how to recreate the special flavours at home.
Say cheese on Valentine’s day
Think Valentines night is cheesy? Then celebrate at La Cave a Fromage. As an alternative to the usual rather unoriginal dinner for two they’re ’re holding a cheese tasting at their South Kensington shop for loved up couples who enjoy a piece of fine quality fromage.
Anjum’s New Indian – Anjum Anand
Fancy an Indian? A lot of people who watched Indian Food Made Easy on BBC certainly did. A new world record of men watching cookery programmes, unbeaten since Nigella’s early days of licking her fingers and simpering at the camera.
Have a threesome at Me Love Sushi this Valentine’s Day!
Love is always in the air at Me Love Sushi and that is multiplied on Valentine’s Day when the restaurant will be offering groups of three of more, one complimentary portion of heart shaped tuna sashimi when they dine in the restaurant, as well as a complimentary voucher each to enjoy a Love cocktail in the gorgeous upstairs Champagne and Sake bar.
Classic or contemporary: Tate offers two unique venues to celebrate a Valentine’s Day with a difference
Those looking for an unusual way to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year will have a variety of options at both Tate Britain and Tate Modern restaurants and cafés. Head Chefs at both galleries have worked together with award winning Sommelier for Tate Hamish Anderson, and created a fantastic offering to suit all tastes and budgets and an offer that is guaranteed to impress even the most discerning partner.
Affordable champagne, lovely on Valentine’s Day
First Class Products is Britain’s exclusive importer of Leroux-Mineau Champagne. Owned and run by the 19yr old Englishman Tom Ellis, who is still at University; First Class Products is a boutique importer of the high quality Grand Cru Champagne that is available to purchase securely from the website.
Rule Victoria
In leafy East Sheen a Michelin starred chef has opened a tasty little pub restaurant. Nick Harman meets Paul Merret, the chef, author and co-owner.
Valentine’s Day is Felix’s saddest day
Of course Valentine’s Day is often a minefield for love. All too easy to take a false step and find oneself being blown up. Many men think that the perfect time to pop the question is in a restaurant on Valentine’s Day, but sadly I think it is not.