Greek Lamb Casserole with Kalamata Olives: What is it that makes a particular dish taste authentic? I’m not sure there’s one specific thing though of course that lovely term ‘terroir’ does cover quite a lot of things which may contribute. Everything from the minerals in local water, the climate, the soil on which the crop […]
Spicy Lamb Burger with Blue Cheese and Damson Chutney #NationalBurgerDay
Home Made Spicy Lamb Burger for National Burger Day: Burgers are one of the easiest things to make yourself. And, home-made burgers taste SO much better than the pre-made ones you can buy in the shops, perhaps because you can season them to your own taste or perhaps because you can use excellent quality meat […]
Blogger cooking challenge – Spicy Roast Lamb
Roast Lamb with Spiced Chickpea: I was challenged to re-create a dish created by Davide de Croci, chef for Millennium’s Bailey’s Hotel using British lamb. His version is shown below. The recipe can be found here. Be careful about the oven temperature – don’t read this as celsius or your pieces of lamb will end […]
May is Red Tractor Month – #RTChallenge
Quality British Farming from Red Tractor: May is Red Tractor Month – A chance to highlight the Red Tractor logo, what it means for food, and its support for quality British farming. The Red Tractor mark provides assurance that food has been produced responsibly and to the most comprehensive and respected food standards in the […]
5:2 Diet Recipe – Spring Lamb Saute
A Spring Lamb Saute for the 5:2 Diet I’m the proud owner of a brand new Saute Pan from Swiss Diamond. And, although I am only home for a few days before I set off on my travels again, I was itching to try it. Swiss Diamond pans are, by reputation, excellent quality. And for […]
Greek Lamb and Aubergine with Feta and Mint
A Greek Lamb and Aubergine Casserole: When I was a student, lamb was still a relatively cheap cut of meat to buy. And, I had a part Greek boyfriend who insisted I should cook for him. Some of my efforts really were labours of love…fried eggs with fried onions in olive oil for breakfast (I […]