A marvellous institution in itself, you do not need a reason to justify taking Afternoon Tea: wonderfully indulgent, it is one of the most pleasurable ways to spend what should be several unrushed hours, allowing gasps of excitement to escape out as both sweet and savoury goodies are presented. Continue reading “The joys of Afternoon Tea”
Category: Bread
Croissants & pains au chocolat
For me a croissant is one of the greatest pastries to eat. I love those wafer-thin flakes that shatter when you bite into it to reveal a honeycombed interior…. Not to mention its deliciously buttery flavour! Continue reading “Croissants & pains au chocolat”
Focaccia: higher hydration, no knead
This is my take on a standard focaccia, going for a higher water content than many recipes, handling the dough differently and letting the dough sit in the fridge overnight for its first prove (bulk fermentation) to really develop its flavour. Continue reading “Focaccia: higher hydration, no knead”
Simple smoked mackerel canapés
Crunchy, with a rich smoked flavour and a sharp tang, this is my simple canapĂ© version of a wonderful mackerel starter I had in a restaurant some time ago. As the pâtĂ© and the chutney can be made in advance, these canapĂ©s take minutes to assemble and will remain crunchy for a couple of hours. Continue reading “Simple smoked mackerel canapĂ©s”
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