Primo Bites
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Photos of food that we have cooked … and eaten.
Coriander and Pepper Chicken Breast with Balsamic Glaze (from: “Mastering Spice”, by Genevieve Ko and Lior Lev Sercarz) and Winter Cabbage Salad with Clementines and Cashews (adapted from recipe from https://smittenkitchen.com/2025/12/winter-cabbage-salad-with-mandarins-and-cashews/)
January 28, 2026 at 8:11 PM
Coriander and Pepper Chicken Breast with Balsamic Glaze (from: “Mastering Spice”, by Genevieve Ko and Lior Lev Sercarz) and Winter Cabbage Salad with Clementines and Cashews (adapted from recipe from https://smittenkitchen.com/2025/12/winter-cabbage-salad-with-mandarins-and-cashews/)
Sausages with Lentils and Horseradish Salsa Verde (by Ben Lippett, from FT Weekend Magazine, January 17 2026)
January 26, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Sausages with Lentils and Horseradish Salsa Verde (by Ben Lippett, from FT Weekend Magazine, January 17 2026)
Loaded Vegetable Miso Soup 具沢山のお味噌汁 (from: “Make it Japanese”, by Rie McClenny with Sanaë Lemoine)
January 26, 2026 at 1:22 PM
Loaded Vegetable Miso Soup 具沢山のお味噌汁 (from: “Make it Japanese”, by Rie McClenny with Sanaë Lemoine)
Grilled Gurnard wrapped in Streaky Bacon,Parsnip and Parmesan Mash, and Lemon and Sage Butter (adapted from: “Fish for Dinner”, by Nathan Outlaw)
January 25, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Grilled Gurnard wrapped in Streaky Bacon,Parsnip and Parmesan Mash, and Lemon and Sage Butter (adapted from: “Fish for Dinner”, by Nathan Outlaw)
Ricotta and Sake Lees (Kasu) Cheesecake (from: “The Japanese Pantry”, by Emiko Davies). Also available via https://www.ft.com/content/eb979ae5-5628-4629-9856-f2fc26d71784)
January 10, 2026 at 11:03 AM
Ricotta and Sake Lees (Kasu) Cheesecake (from: “The Japanese Pantry”, by Emiko Davies). Also available via https://www.ft.com/content/eb979ae5-5628-4629-9856-f2fc26d71784)
Lamb Shanks and Orzo (adapted from: “Barefoot Contessa Foolproof”, by Ina Garten). Made it “Greek-style” by substituting rosemary with oregano, thyme, fennel seeds, and cumin, and red peppers, feta and parsley)
January 10, 2026 at 10:44 AM
Lamb Shanks and Orzo (adapted from: “Barefoot Contessa Foolproof”, by Ina Garten). Made it “Greek-style” by substituting rosemary with oregano, thyme, fennel seeds, and cumin, and red peppers, feta and parsley)
Pan-roasted Chicken Breasts with Vermouth Sauce and Mashed Potatoes and Root Vegetables (from: “Cook for Your Gut Health”, by America’s Test Kitchen)
January 6, 2026 at 9:37 PM
Pan-roasted Chicken Breasts with Vermouth Sauce and Mashed Potatoes and Root Vegetables (from: “Cook for Your Gut Health”, by America’s Test Kitchen)
Monkfish in Tomato and Saffron Sauce (adapted from “Amaretto, Apple Cake and Artichokes: The Best of Anna Del Conte”, by Anna Del Conte)
December 23, 2025 at 7:42 AM
Monkfish in Tomato and Saffron Sauce (adapted from “Amaretto, Apple Cake and Artichokes: The Best of Anna Del Conte”, by Anna Del Conte)
Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Kale (from: “Seasoning”, by Angela Clutton) and Pork Tenderloin
December 10, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Kale (from: “Seasoning”, by Angela Clutton) and Pork Tenderloin
Borlotti Bean Soup (adapted from recipe in “The Doctor’s Kitchen”, by Dr Rupy Aujla)
December 9, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Borlotti Bean Soup (adapted from recipe in “The Doctor’s Kitchen”, by Dr Rupy Aujla)
Cheddar, Thyme, Black Pepper and Pistachio shortbread, (by Will Cooper, from: https://open.substack.com/pub/aprivatechef/p/a-metaphorical-postcard-7?r=2woaz&utm_medium=ios)
December 8, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Cheddar, Thyme, Black Pepper and Pistachio shortbread, (by Will Cooper, from: https://open.substack.com/pub/aprivatechef/p/a-metaphorical-postcard-7?r=2woaz&utm_medium=ios)
Roasted Cauliflower with Pork, Ginger and Shallots (from: “Seasoning”, by Angela Clutton)
December 8, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Roasted Cauliflower with Pork, Ginger and Shallots (from: “Seasoning”, by Angela Clutton)
Carrot and Orange Salad with Saffron Aioli and Scallops (from: “Seasoning”, by Angela Clutton). Remember to get the pan properly hot if you want crispy edges on the scallops.
December 8, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Carrot and Orange Salad with Saffron Aioli and Scallops (from: “Seasoning”, by Angela Clutton). Remember to get the pan properly hot if you want crispy edges on the scallops.
Goan Shrimp Curry (by Madhur Jaffrey, from: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1027130-madhur-jaffreys-goan-shrimp-curry)
December 5, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Goan Shrimp Curry (by Madhur Jaffrey, from: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1027130-madhur-jaffreys-goan-shrimp-curry)
Invisible Apple Cake (by Deb Perelman, from : https://smittenkitchen.com/2024/12/invisible-apple-cake/)
December 5, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Invisible Apple Cake (by Deb Perelman, from : https://smittenkitchen.com/2024/12/invisible-apple-cake/)
Creamy Butternut Squash and Coconut Noodle Soup (by Christian Reynoso, from: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1026109-creamy-butternut-squash-and-coconut-noodle-soup)
December 5, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Creamy Butternut Squash and Coconut Noodle Soup (by Christian Reynoso, from: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1026109-creamy-butternut-squash-and-coconut-noodle-soup)
Spaghetti vongole (from “Everything I Love to Cook”, by Neil Perry)
December 5, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Spaghetti vongole (from “Everything I Love to Cook”, by Neil Perry)
King Chocolate Cake (adapted from recipe by Clare de Boer, from: https://claredeboer.substack.com/p/king-chocolate-cake).
Yummy!
Halved the recipe, 8 inch cake tin, and 150 degC fan oven for 55 minute.
Yummy!
Halved the recipe, 8 inch cake tin, and 150 degC fan oven for 55 minute.
November 14, 2025 at 11:05 PM
King Chocolate Cake (adapted from recipe by Clare de Boer, from: https://claredeboer.substack.com/p/king-chocolate-cake).
Yummy!
Halved the recipe, 8 inch cake tin, and 150 degC fan oven for 55 minute.
Yummy!
Halved the recipe, 8 inch cake tin, and 150 degC fan oven for 55 minute.
Chicken Breast au Poivre (adapted from https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1025895-chicken-au-poivre?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share, by Kay Chun). Served with basmati rice and a mixed salad (Belgian endive, Treviso endive and baby spinach)
November 13, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Chicken Breast au Poivre (adapted from https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1025895-chicken-au-poivre?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share, by Kay Chun). Served with basmati rice and a mixed salad (Belgian endive, Treviso endive and baby spinach)
Butter Lettuce (and Red Chicory) with Walnut Vinaigrette (Adapted from: “Rose Water and Orange Blossoms”, by Maureen Abood)
November 9, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Butter Lettuce (and Red Chicory) with Walnut Vinaigrette (Adapted from: “Rose Water and Orange Blossoms”, by Maureen Abood)
Za’atar Manakeesh (from: “Lebanese Baking”, by Maureen Abood)
November 9, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Za’atar Manakeesh (from: “Lebanese Baking”, by Maureen Abood)
Tomahawk Steak with Café de Paris Butter (by Angela Harnett, from: www.waitrose.com/ecom/recipe/...) and Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chile Lemon dressing (adapted from recipe by Kristina Felix, from: cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1026...), plus Rocket on the side.
November 8, 2025 at 5:36 AM
Tomahawk Steak with Café de Paris Butter (by Angela Harnett, from: www.waitrose.com/ecom/recipe/...) and Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chile Lemon dressing (adapted from recipe by Kristina Felix, from: cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1026...), plus Rocket on the side.
Tomahawk steak on the Lotus Grill during reverse searing
November 8, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Tomahawk steak on the Lotus Grill during reverse searing
Bucatini All’Amatriciana (by Valentina Solfrini, from:
https://lappetito.substack.com/p/romes-pasta-emperors-bucatini-allamatriciana?utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true)
Quick, tasty and good!
https://lappetito.substack.com/p/romes-pasta-emperors-bucatini-allamatriciana?utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true)
Quick, tasty and good!
November 4, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Bucatini All’Amatriciana (by Valentina Solfrini, from:
https://lappetito.substack.com/p/romes-pasta-emperors-bucatini-allamatriciana?utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true)
Quick, tasty and good!
https://lappetito.substack.com/p/romes-pasta-emperors-bucatini-allamatriciana?utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true)
Quick, tasty and good!
Swede “Tagliatelle” with Wild Mushrooms and Pickled Egg Yolk (from: “Root” by Rob Howell). Forgot to add the egg yolk for the picture.
November 3, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Swede “Tagliatelle” with Wild Mushrooms and Pickled Egg Yolk (from: “Root” by Rob Howell). Forgot to add the egg yolk for the picture.