Take a Stab
Recipes and images by Fiona Hugues In 1946 Rita Hayworth starred in a film portraying a character named Gilda who was beautiful, spicy and a little bit wild. Shortly after the release of the film, a bar in San Sebastian served a tapa that was salty, spicy and sharp, much like Rita’s part, and in […]
Mortadella Mousse
Recipe Vicki Ravlich-Horan Images Ashlee DeCaire Transport yourself to Northern Italy this summer with this Mortadella Mousse. On trend mortadella whipped with mascarpone makes for a tasty crostino topping, perfect with a glass of prosecco. 250g mortadella, rind removed ¼ cup Tatua mascarpone ⅓ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese toast rounds for serving pistachios for garnish […]
Cauliflower Pakora
Recipe by Vicki Ravlich-Horan, Images Ashlee DeCaires These wonderful fritters are a perfect snack with a beer. Gluten free, vegan and delicious, they will satisfy everyone! Add some fresh curry leaves to the deep frying oil for added flavour and a crispy delicious garnish. I served them with Jenny’s Kitchen tamarind sauce mixed with a […]
Buckwheat Blini with Quick Pickled Beetroot
Recipe and image by Kathy Paterson It’s best not to skimp on the sour cream – it adds great mouthfeel. You could also pop pieces of sliced smoked salmon under the pickle to make it more substantial. When I’m working with active dried yeast, I heat the milk until very warm, but not too hot, […]
Succulent Prawns Doused in Lemon Herb Butter
recipes & images by Kathy Paterson If you have a jar of preserved lemons in your fridge, add a teaspoon of finely chopped preserved lemon into the butter mixture to up the flavour stakes. Serves 6–8 75g butter, softened 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 tbsp chopped flat leaf parsley 1 tbsp chopped dill ½ tsp […]
Filo Wrapped Fresh Asparagus with Herb Mayo
Recipe and image by Kathy Paterson Asparagus and butter go hand in hand when it comes to flavour and the wrapping in filo pastry gives excellent texture. For asparagus with a softer bite, cook on the hot plate or grill until just bite-tender (they will keep on cooking when wrapped) and put in the oven. […]
APÉRITIF – Cocktail Hour the Fiona Way
Words and images by Fiona Hugues I recently tragically lost my little terrier buddy Whinny. She’d been my faithful companion for 11 years and was my preferred company to spend apéritif hour with. At the end of the day we’d wander our grounds and ponder changes in the garden, and she’d flush out and promptly […]
Cheese & Pepper Puffs
Recipe Vicki Ravlich-Horan Image Brydie Thompson These savoury choux puffs can be deep fried or baked to create a beautiful cheesy pepper puff that make a wonderful canapé. 1 cup water 100 g butter 1 cup flour 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper, ground 1 cup tasty cheddar, grated 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated […]
Grilled Fresh Asparagus Roll Ups
Recipe and image by Kathy Paterson At first glance you might think these look like a bit of a fiddle to make, but believe me, they are so worth it. The perfect snack and one that is on top of my list as soon as asparagus appears. Makes 12 (2 per person) 12 thick (fat) […]
Cacio e Pepe Sausage Rolls
Recipe Vicki Ravlich-Horan, Images Brydie Thompson I love a good old fashioned sausage roll. The pepper in these ones probably means the kids will stay away but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. 3 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, finely diced 1½ tbsp freshly ground pepper 1 garlic clove, crushed 500g pork mince ¾ […]