The most festive snack I know, cheese twists are easy to make and always go down a treat. I’ve added Gruyère and thyme to these to make them extra special.
Cool, creamy and almost refreshing, this lovely artichoke and herb dip is perfect for serving with crunchy veg and fresh bread as a summertime starter.
These gin-infused smoked trout pots are perfect for a simple winter lunch or stylish starter – just serve with plenty of sourdough toast.
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
Serve these fabulously flavoursome sesame & thyme dukkah crackers with homemade herby labneh for a stylish & delicious laid-back starter or snack.
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Just a quick idea for a great, simple, delicious Friday night dip – whipped feta. It has the saltyContinue Reading
Highly versatile and easy to make, fresh ricotta can be used to great effect in homemade ravioli, on sourdough toast with honey; or in beautiful summer desserts and cheesecakes.
Since everyone seems to be nipping off somewhere nice over the next few weeks (myself included), thoughts turnContinue Reading
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April is the month of the artichoke in Italy, with the young, tender globes heralding the start of the long,Continue Reading
Chances are you’ve probably seen or tasted a version of Jim Lahey’s glorious ‘No-Knead’ bread over the last little while. Although it’s baked in a casserole pot, it turns out a crisp, crackled exterior with a stunningly fluffy crumb every single time. It’s also very straightforward to make once you know the steps, meaning it’s an ideal option for even complete bread-making novices.
With its gorgeous flavour and rich, spreadable texture, this artichoke & green olive tapenade will go down a treat with some breadsticks as part of an antipasti platter.
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