December 16 2015
Christmas just wouldn’t be Christmas without the indulgence of flavours we have but once a year; whether a slow cooked ham glistening with glaze, or the richness of a traditionally made pudding, festivities are marked by what is shared at the table. But that’s not to say a holiday shouldn’t be just that, which is why Maggie has made things all the less laborious and all the more delicious this year, with her small run Christmas range, including Salted Brandy Caramel as the perfect partner to her delicious Christmas pudding. Read the rest...
December 15 2015
It always seems ironic that we most often think of using oysters for Summer celebrations, particularly Christmas, yet this is the time when many oysters are spawning and not at their best. Try and find ‘triploid oysters’ if you can; an oyster that has been propagated because it doesn't spawn. And I have to admit, whenever I get the chance, I search out the native Angasi oysters. Freshly shucked oysters served on a bed of ice is as good as it gets, but I also love to add an accompaniment such as a Verjuice and eschallot dressing. It’s so refreshing and the perfect addition to beautifully fresh oysters. How do you like to serve fresh oysters if they’re part of your Christmas table? Read the rest...
December 14 2015
I always love making things from scratch, especially for Christmas, and so when I’m setting out to make my own mayonnaise, I’m already planning what I’ll do with the leftover egg whites. Pavlova! Pavlova was the first dessert I ever made whilst still in my teens, and today I still love it, although my tastes have become more ‘grown up’ as I often mix some creme fraiche into the whipped cream to add a little tang. Do you have any Christmas recipes that you love as much now as you did when you were a child? Read the rest...
December 13 2015
I really mean it when I say I get excited about pulling the food together for Christmas, even though there are a few ingredients I must wait for Mother Nature to decide on for me. Take the first flush of figs, for example - will they be ready in time for Christmas? If not, who do I know growing figs in a warmer climate that might be able to help me out? Is there anything you’re hoping Mother Nature will bring you in time for Christmas? Read the rest...
December 12 2015
"My tips for Christmas are the same as at anytime you find yourself wanting to create beautiful food to share… Read the rest...
