Monthly Archives: April 2009

Wild Garlic, Cream Cheese & Roast Tomato Pate on Toast

Posted on April 26, 2009 by

Seasonal eating is all the more fun and exciting, when you can forage and get the food for free. The ultimate bargain, and usually something that’s quite hard to find to buy. Wild Garlic is the perfect example of this. … Continue reading →

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Speaking of Asparagus…

Posted on April 16, 2009 by

Well, make hay while the sun shines, as they say, and asparagus is in season right now, so I am eating a lot of it. I’m a big fan of the Sunday brunch. The lazing and grazing, the paper, the … Continue reading →

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New Season Asparagus with a Poached Egg

Posted on April 15, 2009 by

It’s such a relief when the world starts to wake up again after Winter. Flowers bloom releasing their soft scents in the air, and fruit and vegetables become more lively and interesting. I love Winter vegetables, but they are few, … Continue reading →

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Easter Sunday Lunch

Posted on April 14, 2009 by

I have a new house! You may have heard me mention. Once, maybe twice, maybe more? I’ve moved in now and I love it, with it’s big kitchen, range cooker, bay windows looking out onto a little garden, full of … Continue reading →

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Lunch at L’atelier de Joel Robuchon with Bruno Paillard Champagnes

Posted on April 5, 2009 by

There’s some invitations that can’t be refused, and an opportunity to go to a 2 Michelin starred restaurant for a 5-course lunch that’s matched to a series of champagnes from a reputable champagne house is one. Added to this, there’s … Continue reading →

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