Jambalaya might just be my desert island meal. This Creole-style version combines chicken, Texan-style hot link sausages and prawns in a deeply satisfying one-pot dish.
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Chicken Breasts with Fennel, Butter Beans & Harissa
This dish came about through a happy midweek accident. I had planned a Thai noodle salad, but missing herbs forced a change of direction. A quick rummage through the fridge revealed fennel, garlic, butter beans and a little homemade harissa, and the result was a wonderfully light yet satisfying chicken dish, full of warmth and spring flavour.
Lamb Birria with Ancho, Guajillo & Lime
Lamb birria made with boneless shoulder, slow-cooked with Mexican chillies and spices. A deeply flavoured and comforting dish, best served with warm tortillas, onion, coriander and lime.
Roast Rump of Beef with Cep & Potato Gratin & Parmesan Salad
A roasted rump of beef with fresh ceps, layered potatoes and a crisp Parmesan salad. Simple elements that naturally belong together, delivering a dish with real clarity.
Chicken Breast with Mashed Potato & Dijon Mustard Sauce
Roast chicken breast with Dijon mustard sauce, buttery mash and fresh herbs. A comforting, French-inspired dish with depth and balance.
Chicken Burger with Saffron Aïoli
A proper fried chicken burger. Brined, buttermilk-soaked thighs, saffron aïoli and crunchy lettuce, served in a soft brioche bun.
Haunch of Venison with Quince & Cranberries
Inspired by the wild landscapes of Slovenia’s Bohinj region, this slow-cooked haunch of venison combines tender meat with quince, cranberries and herbs. A fragrant, hearty dish that captures the essence of Balkan mountain cooking.
Ražnjići
This version of ražnjići pairs tender marinated pork with apples and plums, inspired by the flavours of the Balkan autumn. Grilled until golden and served with herbs and onions, it’s simple and deeply satisfying.
A Bean Čorba
This Balkan bean čorba is slow-cooked with ham hock, paprika, and sour cabbage for a rich, hearty stew. Inspired by Slovenian-style jota, it’s simple, nourishing and full of depth.
Chicken Paprikaš with Noklice
This chicken paprikaš with noklice is a true taste of Balkan home cooking. Sweet paprika, peppers and tender chicken simmer together in a rich sauce, with soft noklice dumplings to soak up every drop.
Bavette Steak with Ceps, Garlic & Parsley
A seasonal favourite pairing bavette steak with golden ceps and girolles. Cooked in butter with garlic and parsley for rich, autumnal flavour.
Peposo – Beef & Peppercorn Stew
This traditional Tuscan stew combines slow-cooked beef with red wine, tomatoes and a generous measure of black peppercorns. The result is a warming, deeply savoury dish that captures the bold simplicity of Italian cooking.