by Admin | Sep 20, 2012 | Entrées, Food, Soups
A quick, tasty and easy soup that can be served chilled or hot as a starter. _______________________________________ Preparation: 30 minutes Cooking time : 50 Minutes Level: Easy _______________________________________ INGREDIENTS: 4 large red peppers 1 finely chopped...
by Admin | Nov 19, 2011 | Entrées, Traditional French, Vegetables
Early spring is the season of fresh asparagus – which are freely available throughout the markets. This is a simple recipe that makes a great starter. _____________________________________ Level: Easy Serves: 4 servings Preparation: 20 minutes Cooking time: 35...
by Admin | Nov 18, 2011 | Entrées, Food, Soups
The classic, chilled Spanish soup, made in minutes, a great starter for a summer dinner in the garden. This is great for a summer starter or as part of an apéritif when served in small verrines and can be decorated as you like, with the addition of chopped avocado or...
by Admin | Nov 18, 2011 | Entrées, Food, Main Courses, Traditional French
A typically Mediterranean adaptation of a Portugese speciality, usually made with salt cod, here we are using fresh sardine fillets and soft sweet peppers. This can be eaten as a starter or as a hearty main course served with fresh crusty bread....
by Admin | Nov 15, 2011 | Entrées
Cherry Tomato Tatin Caramelised with balsamic Vinegar This is a deliciously sweet tart based on the upside-down tart tatin, usually made with apple and said to have been created after a mistake by the Tatin sisters who dropped the tart when making it. Preparation :20...
by Admin | Nov 14, 2011 | Entrées, Main Courses, Traditional French
This dish is why the French are jokingly nick-named ‘Froggies’ by the Brits, who in turn are called “Les Rosbif”. It is not eaten as often as one may think – The French favourite being Steak & Chips according to all polls  – I...