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On Courgette, Spinach & Feta Pie

When I was growing up I had this fascination with Greece – the history, the stories and myths, the gods (I wanted to be Athena), the food. I seem to remember doing a project on ancient Greece when I was in primary school. I took a course on Greek mythology at university. As a young adult it [...]

On Canapes and Parma Ham Bundles

Canapes: little nibbles that you can eat in 1 or 2 bites. They come with connotations of elegance and refinement, especially if passed on silver trays by smartly dressed waiters and waitresses. Making canapes is not like throwing a stew together, or whipping up a quick pasta supper. Each bite requires time and attention to prepare [...]

On Wine and Fungi

The man and I recently had a long weekend away. Without children. Let me be a bit more specific – it was the first time since the boy was born over 8 years ago that we had been away without children. 8 YEARS. So our destination had to be somewhere a bit special, but not somewhere [...]

On Food From Ireland

So what colour comes to mind when you think of Ireland? It’s got to be green, right? After all Ireland is known as the “emerald isle”. And I don’t think it got this moniker because emeralds are naturally found there. No no no – it’s the grass, and clover, and all manner of crops that make [...]

On Mushrooms with Gorgonzola

Stop press! If you like mushrooms and you like blue cheese, drop what you’re doing and read on…

Two of the magic ingredients

I really love mushrooms, and have liked them for as long as I can remember. I don’t know why I love them so much. Is it the earthiness? The smell when you cook [...]