Serves 4 Omit the cod for a hearty soup if you wish and serve with soda bread. For the Cockles 1kg/2lb 8oz fresh live cockles 1 onion, chopped 1 leek, chopped 1 carrot, chopped Couple of sprigs of parsley Couples of sprigs of thyme 100ml white wine 250ml fish stock For the Chowder 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 leek, finely chopped 30g … [Read more...]
Majella’s Image of the Week, Octopus and Delicate Flavours
Image of the Week is all about engaging imagery, so apart from giving readers the basics of what the image is, where it was taken and why Majella chose it, we will let the images speak for themselves. This week’s image is a dish created by Chef Elliott Lidstone when he was Head Chef at The Empress in London, Elliott’s dish is one of his personal favourite’s called ‘Octopus … [Read more...]
Who let the dogs out?
To celebrate bubbledogs’ 4th birthday, James Knappett and Sandia Chang have invited some of London’s finest chefs to compete for the title of top dog at the restaurants inaugural Hot Dog Challenge. On October 10th a panel of discerning judges will put their creations to the test in a blind tasting, where one dog will have its day. The winning hot dog will then make a month-long … [Read more...]
St Ermin’s Hotel: New Executive Head Chef
New Executive Head Chef at the St. Ermin’s Hotel, Alexander Boyd has an undeniable culinary talent, flair and a wealth of expertise. Using the finest, carefully sourced and local ingredients – Alexander is committed to creating innovative menus throughout the hotel, whilst bringing an additional touch of elegance to the stylish, triple AA rosette Caxton Grill. Having … [Read more...]
LEON collaborates with chef Gizzi Erskine to create the ultimate fast chicken satay salad
This autumn, LEON the ‘Naturally Fast Food’ chain will unveil an exclusive new dish, made in collaboration with professional chef, food writer and TV presenter, Gizzi Erskine. Rooted in their shared passion for satisfying nutritious recipes, and keen to create a fun new menu item together, the LEON X Gizzi Chicken Satay Salad takes inspiration from Gizzi’s cookbook Gizzi's … [Read more...]