BBC Good Food- Eton mess trifleLayer a quintessentially British pudding with Sherry-steeped strawberries, meringue and cream then top with flaked almonds Read more […]
- Bacon & ricotta frittataA thickly baked omelette that works as a filling supper, or can be sliced into wedges and served in lunchboxes or at picnics Read more […]
- Sausage & prawn jambalayaA spicy rice one-pot, inspired by Cajun and Creole cuisine with sweet, smoky paprika Read more […]
- Indian chicken saladTandoori chicken is an all-time Indian great - team with coriander salad with cooling mango and coconut Read more […]
- Pesto & mozzarella mushroomsItalian green basil sauce makes a good base for this stuffed, vegetarian dish with creamy mascarpone and light rocket salad Read more […]
- Raspberry ripple Arctic rollA stunning version of the retro classic, complete with seasonal berries, home-churned ice cream and light sponge Read more […]
- Meatball subsServe a sandwich with a difference - these Swedish meatball rolls are flavoured with caraway Read more […]
- Quick fish stewA no-fuss pot of comfort food - pack with shellfish, white fish or salmon and serve with homemade garlic bread Read more […]
- Mexican bean chilliThe secret ingredient in this chipotle-spiced, beef chilli con carne is a storecupboard favourite - baked beans Read more […]
- Brown butter sole with peas & musselsBaste your fish in brown butter then steam with shellfish, peas, cider and zesty lemon Read more […]
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Category Archives: Eating out
Birmingham Christmas Market
Since I arrived in the Midlands I have been spoiled for choice when it comes to places to eat, Birmingham in particular excels itself as a centre of culinary excellence. So when I heard that Birmingham would be holding a … Continue reading
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The Gastrocard
Dining out is rarely a cheap affair, this we all know. If you dine out frequently, for pleasure or business entertaining, the bills will soon pile up. In the current economic climate this can present a serious problem, unless you … Continue reading
Kinnaree Thai
After a few months working my butt off I decided it was time for a night out with the better half. Somewhere with a taste of the exotic was what we had in mind, and a friend of mine knew … Continue reading
A restaurant to Bank on
Birmingham has some great restaurants, as we all know. Some are better than others, and often they come and go within merely a few years. Consistency is a rare thing in the restaurant world. One of the best known restaurants … Continue reading
Piccolino Birmingham
When you get an invite to the finest Italian restaurant Birmingham has to offer you know things are looking up. Piccolino Birmingham opened a few years ago. It sits right in the culinary epicenter of Birmingham, Brindley place. In fact, … Continue reading
The Jekyll and Hyde
For my first official review I was invited down to a pub in central Birmingham. The Jekyll and Hyde is one of the most recommended pubs in central Birmingham, and for many very good reasons. Firstly, it is one of … Continue reading
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