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by ellenlunney September 10, 2017 0

Hedgerow Gin

Made with bullace or damsons instead of sloes, the flavour profile of this ‘hedgerow’ gin is a little less complex than that of sloe gin and it’s ready to drink a lot sooner too, making it great for adding to autumn-themed cocktails or simply serving over ice as a fabulous seasonal tipple. That’s not to say that sloe gin isn’t worth making too in a few weeks’ time – there’s nothing nicer than a thimbleful on a cold dark night in winter – but this simpler alternative is tasting pretty good right now, as a fruity, seasonal segue into autumn.

by ellenlunney September 7, 2017 1

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Lapsang Souchong Poached Chicken

Smoked over pinewood to achieve its unusual, brewed-over-campfire taste, lapsang souchong tea is great for infusing a fabulously smoky flavour into foods. Try the technique with these deliciously tender lapsang souchong poached chicken breasts, which are ideal for a light supper with friends.

by ellenlunney September 3, 2017 0

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Smoked Trout Dip

The perfect option for a fuss-free dinner party starter, this gorgeous dip can be made with with smoked salmon or trout and will have all your guests asking for the recipe

by ellenlunney August 31, 2017 2

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Quick Portobello Mushroom Ramen

Made with miso-roasted portobello mushrooms, this deliciously savoury ramen would be a great option for a midweek meal as it only takes about 30 minutes to make, is beautifully comforting and can be meat-free if you so choose.

by ellenlunney August 27, 2017 5

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Chicken Roasted With Plums & Rosé

Simple to make but surprisingly impressive once dished up, this colourful and flavour packed chicken traybake with plums, herbs and rosé wine would be delicious for Sunday dinner or prepped in advance for a fuss-free midweek meal with pals.

by ellenlunney August 17, 2017 1

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Prawn, Mushroom & Spring Onion Dumplings

Strongly emblematic of Asian-American cuisine, handmade dumplings make for a deliciously flavoursome & impressive starter, party snack or meal, and are surprisingly easy (if admittedly not enormously speedy) to make.

by ellenlunney August 14, 2017 3

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Pork Chops Roasted With Grapes & Herbs

Roasting grapes brings out a beautiful, complex richness in their flavours which works perfectly alongside slow cooked pork chops.

by ellenlunney August 12, 2017 2

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Chai-Infused Blackberry & Pear Muffins

Light, fluffy & richly flavoured, these muffins feel very cosy and autumnal and would be ideal for serving up to friends with coffee for brunch or late in the afternoon, or packed up and brought with a thermos of chai tea for a walk at the beach.

Pork & mushroom meatloaf wrapped in bacon

by ellenlunney August 3, 2017 9

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Mushroom, Mozzarella & Sage Meatloaf

While this mushroom, mozzarella & sage meatloaf is fabulously impressive in all its beautifully burnished, pancetta wrapped glory, it is also a very cost-effective, easy & delicious roast dinner option for feeding a crowd.

by ellenlunney July 29, 2017 12

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Homemade Wood-Fired Pizza & A Trip To Copenhagen

While in Copenhagen recently, my father and I taught ourselves how to use a wood-fired pizza oven through trial, error and eventual success. Here’s what we learned, along with some of my other food focused explorations around the city.

by ellenlunney July 15, 2017 4

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Rye Everything Bagels

For a brilliantly memorable brunch or birthday gathering, simply make up a batch of these lovely rye everything bagels and some homemade dill pickles; set out some fillings, stand back and just let your guests make their own filled bagel just how they like ’em.

Herby labneh with sesame & thyme crackers

by ellenlunney July 9, 2017 3

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Dukkah Crackers With Herby Labneh

Serve these fabulously flavoursome sesame & thyme dukkah crackers with homemade herby labneh for a stylish & delicious laid-back starter or snack.

by ellenlunney July 5, 2017 3

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Roman-Style Rice Salad

When temperatures start to climb, this Roman-style rice salad with tuna, vegetables & hard boiled eggs is my go-to recipe for feeding a crowd. As well as being deliciously full of flavour and easy to prepare, it’s also a handy option for bringing on picnics, walks or long car journeys.

by ellenlunney July 4, 2017 13

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Blueberry & Yogurt Cloud Cake

Looking for a dessert that even your health conscious pals will enjoy? Although this blueberry & yogurt cloud cake is made with no butter or oil, barely any sugar and just a sprinkle of flour it somehow becomes a magnificent, towering cake with a wonderfully fluffy texture and a beautiful subtly sweet, lemony flavour – a triumph by any standards.

by ellenlunney June 28, 2017 6

Australian Food Economising Eats Healthy Ideas Meat-Free Meals More Than The Sum Of Its Parts Quick Dinner Salad Days

Halloumi & Green Bean Salad

Deliciously satisfying, richly savoury & almost caramelised from its time in the pan, fried halloumi is great for making all kinds of salads & vegetarian meals a bit more substantial. Case in point, this delicious halloumi & green bean combo, which I expect will swiftly become part of your regular meat-free repertoire.