How about sipping the perfect glass of wine along with your delicious meal? It could be red, rosé, white, or sparkling, and when in a restaurant you’ve probably been asked whether you want it chilled or at room temperature. Even though manufacturers will state ‘best served chilled’ on the wine bottles, chilling wine is an…
When fresh figs are in season, our creative cooking and mixology skills take over. This fig and lemon fizz is a modern mixture, a little unexpected but very enjoyable. A fig tree lives up to 100 years and grows to 15 metres tall. Figs need sunshine and flourish in hot, dry climates. They originated in…
Are you looking for a recipe to impress your guests? This fish and seafood terrine will take a little of your time to prepare but it is straightforward to make. The white fish makes for a smooth silky mixture which you can spice up with your preferred flavours, while the crayfish or shrimp will add…
Thanksgiving Day is largely celebrated in the North Americas (the USA and Canada) and as the name itself suggests – to give thanks! Historically, Thanksgiving is believed to have been introduced by the pilgrims aboard the Mayflower ship who reached America in 1621. After a good harvest the community would have a feast to give…
Alcohol shooters are popular at Halloween parties. This vodka shot is refreshing, tasty and beautiful in colour. Blue is not what we would consider a natural food colour. However, it is an attractive choice for a special drink. If you want this drink to last longer, double or triple the recipe and serve it in…
Culinary influences that have shaped the world‘s various food cultures vary, but one sure thing is that they all include herbs and spices. It is no surprise as they add flavour to foods in numerous interesting ways, from enhancing the taste to adding colour. Spices play an essential role in your everyday life. If you’re…
Store bought grenadine is the easy option, but why not make it yourself when pomegranates are in season? The recipe is straightforward, and you can control the sweetness of the grenadine. We would like firstly to tear down the belief that grenadine is made from cherries. The brands available in stores are mostly bright red…
Tea time is quintessentially thought of as a British traditional activity. We now call it afternoon tea or high tea, but it was first introduced in 1840 by Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford who introduced it after as a snack between lunch and dinner since dinner was traditionally served late at night. Nowadays, afternoon…
Serving watermelon punch is a great way to make refreshment for a party and it looks fabulous too! When we lived in Thailand, we watermelon juice daily and this punch brings back great memories, but this time we are adding a few extras! This is a hang-over friendly mix, but be aware this drink is…
Special days and commemorative days call for celebrations, especially if it’s a public holiday when the whole family is available and in a festive mood! 4th of July or Independence Day in America is one such date on the annual calendar that calls for family, food, and festivities. Be it attending the local parade, viewing…