Category Archives: Starter

Eat More Cauliflower: Chargrilled Cauliflower Salad

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Georgina

Despite Yotam Ottolenghi’s best efforts to raise the public profile of the humble cauliflower, the last decade has seen a clear and steady decline in its popularity. I was surprised to learn that sales in the UK have apparently gone … Continue reading →

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“The most magnificent of vegetables”: Cauliflower soup with mustard croutons

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Georgina

Yotam Ottolenghi claims that cauliflower is “one of the most magnificent of all vegetables” (The Weekend Guardian). In his writing, cauliflower is described as exciting and versatile – as magnificent, no less. In his recipes, it’s paired with ingredients that … Continue reading →

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Marrow, Chilli and Ginger Soup

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Georgina

It’s that time of year again, when run-away courgettes (zucchini), leave gardeners with what most people would consider to be way too many marrows. Indeed, for most people, just one of these ungainly and graceless vegetables would be considered too … Continue reading →

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Tomato and Basil Salad

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Georgina

I’ve recently spent a couple of weeks back in Los Angeles, where it was an absolute delight to visit the (Downtown) Santa Monica Farmer’s Market once again (held each week on Wednesday and Saturday). As you might expect at this time … Continue reading →

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A Taste of Summer: Pea and Mint Soup

Posted on June 30, 2013 by Georgina

For me, there are many things that evoke a sense of summer, and whilst they’re not all connected with food, many of them are. This includes picnics and barbecues, strawberries and cream, birthday cake, summer pudding, fish and chips, and … Continue reading →

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Seared Tuna with Napa Cabbage and Radish Salad

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Georgina

A few weeks ago I discovered the fabulous Love Radish website, which is full of interesting recipes, including the wonderful, colourful radish and avocado appetizer that I made for friends. I’ve yet to try cooking with them (roasted radishes with rosemary … Continue reading →

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Pea, Fennel and Mint Soup

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Georgina

Fresh mint is perhaps one of my favourite herbs. In the kitchen, I love its relatively strong, sweet and refreshing flavour that makes it incredibly versatile, and an ingredient that I use in drinks, as well as savoury dishes and desserts. … Continue reading →

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Radish, Avocado and Watercress with Savoury Crackers

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Georgina

I’m pretty fond of radishes. I’m not going to suggest that I’d be lost without them, but I do enjoy their texture and flavour (as well as their happy, blushing colour), and usually keep a bunch of them in my … Continue reading →

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Chicken Tortilla Soup: Prototype 1.00

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Georgina

Although I’d never had tortilla soup before coming to Southern California, it’s already one of my favourite Mexican dishes and it’s rare for me resist it if I see it on the menu. Essentially, it consists of a (chicken or … Continue reading →

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Aubergine, Halloumi and Spinach Parcels

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Georgina

Aubergine – known as eggplant here in the US – is just one of those vegetables (strictly a fruit) that I don’t often cook with. I’m not sure why this is, but it’s also the case that almost every time … Continue reading →

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