I’m channeling peaches as they ripen in the orchards of the Niagara Peninsula, which I hope to call home soon.
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KEY TO LOVE
Nope! This is not an advice column about your romantic status. It’s the story of how I decided I needed a new career and came up with the idea of becoming a screenwriter.
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There’s no reason to be afraid of risotto, but a lot of home cooks stay clear of it because it appears tricky. Here’s a great alternative.
Continue reading “AN EASY RISOTTO”THE COOKBOOK RELAUNCHED
Due to a coding error, Gentleman’s Portion: The Cookbook has apparently not been available for some time. Now the eBook publisher’s IT team have rectified the situation and the book is once again ready for purchase. This was also an opportunity to review and revise the text.
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Due to a glitch in a third-party firewall, access to the online version of Gentleman’s Portion: The Cookbook is currently on hold. The publisher’s IT department has promised a speedy response. We’ll see! In the interim, be comforted by this outstanding tomato soup recipe.
Continue reading “COOKBOOK OFFLINE”GENTLEMAN’S PORTION VIDEO LAUNCHES
Leading up to the publication of Gentleman’s Portion: The Cookbook, a new video series launches today.
A GOOD CAPON
Roast capon, with lemon thyme roast potatoes, cauliflower, green beans and roasted vine tomatoes
I first became aware of capon at Oundle School, many, many years ago, but it was not until recently that I tasted it. Now I’m a fan. Continue reading “A GOOD CAPON”
WEIRD ENGLISH BREAKFASTS
I’ve just returned from a quick visit to the old country and been re-introduced to pasta for breakfast and discovered deep fried poached eggs. Weird but delicious. Continue reading “WEIRD ENGLISH BREAKFASTS”
IMPROVING ON PERFECTION
It’s hard to believe that one can improve on perfection, but sometimes inspiration strikes. When my beloved tells me she is craving thick and creamy macaroni and cheese for supper, I rush to the kitchen to deliver. Continue reading “IMPROVING ON PERFECTION”
FARMERS’ MARKET CONFLICT
Organic heritage carrots on display at the farmers’ market
Buying carrots at a farmers’ market on the weekend takes me deep into a political issue that highlights the conflict between local food producers – who we might call ‘real farmers’ – and re-sellers – who buy most or much of their produce at a food terminal. With vested interests behind the re-sellers, it’s hard to believe it’s a fair fight. Continue reading “FARMERS’ MARKET CONFLICT”
Gentlemans Portion 