Seared scallops are a restaurant-quality dish that’s surprisingly easy to make at home. This recipe for Seared Scallops with Brown Butter and Capers combines the rich, nutty flavour of brown butter with the briny pop of capers and a bright hit of lemon. It’s perfect as a starter or a light main course and comes…
Category: Appetizers
Smoked Trout Rillettes: A Luxurious & Easy Appetiser
Looking for an easy yet impressive appetiser? Smoked trout rillettes are a creamy, flavourful spread perfect for entertaining. This French-inspired dish comes together in minutes and is packed with smoky, herby goodness. Whether you’re serving them in small individual ramekins to start a dinner party or in a larger dish as part of a grazing…
Sticky Miso Chicken Wings: A Sweet and Savoury Delight
When it comes to crowd-pleasing appetisers or finger-licking snacks, few dishes can compete with the irresistible charm of sticky chicken wings. Packed with flavour, these Sticky Miso Chicken Wings are baked to perfection in the oven, making them a healthier and easier alternative to frying without compromising on taste. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients…
Easy Fresh Crab Salad Recipe with Blue Swimmer Crab
Crab salad is a light, refreshing dish that’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner but I also love to serve it as a starter when entertaining. This recipe features fresh Blue Swimmer Crab, known for its sweet, tender meat, but don’t worry if you can’t find it fresh—I’ll also include easy alternatives using pre-packaged…
Shallot Tarte Tatin with Honey, Rocket, Goat Cheese, and Walnuts
If you’re like me, the thought of a flaky, golden puff pastry tart topped with tender, caramelised shallots is enough to make your mouth water. This Shallot Tarte Tatin recipe is a perfect marriage of sweet and savoury. Featuring the natural sweetness of honey, the tang of goat cheese, the peppery bite of rocket, and…
Tuna Tataki with Ponzu Dressing
Tuna Tataki is a Japanese dish of tuna that is quickly seared on the outside while remaining beautifully rare in the centre. In this recipe, sashimi-grade tuna is coated in sesame seeds, seared briefly, then thinly sliced and served with a tangy homemade ponzu dressing flavoured with ginger and garlic. It looks impressive on the…
Gambas al Ajillo (Spanish Garlic Prawns)
Gambas al Ajillo, a beloved Spanish dish, originated in Andalusia and is a staple in tapas bars worldwide. Made with prawns, garlic, olive oil, and spices, it’s quick and easy to prepare. Serve with crusty bread or as part of a tapas spread with olives, cheese, and chorizo. Pair with Fino or Manzanilla Sherry for a delightful experience.
Prawn and Scallop Aguachile Tostadas
Last year, my family and I had a magical holiday in Mexico, with the highlight being Tulum. We discovered a delightful restaurant serving Tostadas filled with Aguachile, a dish made of fresh raw prawns cured in lime juice, sugar, and chili. This delicious summer dish is best enjoyed fresh, ideally on a sunny day with a cold Chelada in hand.
Ricotta Stuffed Zucchini Flowers
If I am at a restaurant and Ricotta Stuffed Zucchini Flowers are on the menu. I will definitely order them. I absolutely LOVE them! When they are done right, they are incredible, however when they are done wrong they can be terrible. The key to the perfect Stuffed Zucchini Flowers recipe is simplicity. Use the…
Oysters with Crème Fraiche and Salmon Roe
These Oysters with Lime Crème Fraiche and Salmon Roe are my fancy pants oysters! They are decedent, indulgent and absolutely delicious and they look so, so pretty on the plate. Serve these up as a starter at a dinner party and you won’t have any complaints. The best part is they only take a couple…