This one didn’t start with a recipe. It started at the fishmonger. Sitting in the display were two thick, beautifully fresh-looking salmon cutlets — glossy, generous and far too good to walk past. So we didn’t. Into the bag they…
Bringing Vietnam Home: Our Homemade Beef Pho Adventure
There are some dishes that are simply dinner, and then there are dishes that become an entire day’s project. Today’s beef pho definitely belongs in the second category. After our recent travels through Vietnam—and more than a few memorable bowls…
First time trying RostBiff
Last week we were in Adelaide, and while having lunch with Dave Sprigg he mentioned a cut of meat called a RostBiff. I was curious as to what this was so did a little investigating. Rostbiff is a cut of…
Traditional British Pork Pies
I love a good pork pie, the problem is so many of the ones you buy are pretty average. They can be soggy, tasteless and lack a decent filling. My solution this weekend was to bake my own, I normally…
Time to Tagine
Those playing at home will remember that Helen and I recently enjoyed an amazing time exploring Morocco. One of the things we fell in love with was the food. The ability to flavour bomb in one dish over a myriad…