Both trout and asparagus are at their very best right now. Philippa Davis’ two versions of trout carpaccio with asparagus makes delicious starters. As the main ingredients in these recipes…
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Fish stew with spring onions, leeks, saffron and watercress
Spring hasn’t quite sprung and we must be patient for new ingredients to cook with. But it is still possible to change your eating habits and leave the hearty stews…
Baked scallops with sautéed leeks, Crowdie and breadcrumbs
If you are hosting a Burns night supper this year, serving a suitably Scottish menu is guaranteed to impress. Philippa Davis’ baked scallops with sautéed leeks, Crowdie and breadcrumbs makes…
Home-cured salmon with sherry, dill and cranberries
Salmon is a Christmas day essential. But try something a little different this year, with a festive twist on the Nordic dish gravlax. Philippa Davis’ home-cured salmon with sherry, dill…
Pot roast hake with garlic, black pudding and asparagus
The new asparagus crop is at its absolute best, so put it in everything while you can. Philippa Davis’ pot roast hake with garlic, black pudding and asparagus is an…
Crab, saffron and sorrel risotto
Spring greens, crab and sorrel are just some of the fresh, new ingredients worth seeking out now spring is here. And they should certainly feature on your Easter menu. Try…
Langoustine fideos. Light and full of flavour
Spring has sprung and it is time to banish the hearty meat strews. Philippa Davis’ langoustine fideos are light but will still make for a flavour-packed feast. It is a…
Fried oysters and sorrel leaves in Guinness batter
Philippa Davis’ recipe for fried oysters and sorrel leaves in Guinness batter is the perfect starter for guns who want to eat as well as they shoot. A light way…
Grilled red mullet with Russian beetroot salad
Grilled red mullet with Russian beetroot salad could be the perfect start of a summer dinner party or a light lunch to keep you satisfied in the summer heat. Although…
Malaysian style trout with spicy sambul sauce
Malaysian style trout with spicy sambul sauce and ginger rice makes a delicious main from across the globe. Our culinary outlook is getting more international, and this exotic offering is…