Viva velouté
Creamy soups are a regular part of many winter meals, and so they should be. Thick, velvety, and full of flavour, creamy soups make a filling starter, or a full meal. They can be a traditional cream soup, made using a thin béchamel, and finished by adding cream, or a velouté style. Classic […]
Klamari mimlija stuffed squid
Ingredients Sauce 2 large ripe tomatoes 1 small onion, finely diced 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 Tbsp olive oil 200ml white wine Salt and pepper Stuffed Squid 1kg whole squid, or squid tubes, wings and tentacles 3 eggs (2 hard-boiled, peeled and chopped) 1 cup (loosely packed) torn bread without crusts from […]
Make it cider: Seismic Cider
On a beautiful autumn day, what could be more refreshing than a deliciously bold cider? The popularity of craft cider is on the rise – and understandably so, it’s refreshing and taste great. With a huge variety of ciders on the market, what you drink can depend on your personal flavour preference. It […]
Charming cafe cuisine: Cosy Cafe
Visiting a vibrant, bustling neighbourhood cafe is one of the pleasures of life. The irresistible smell of brewing coffee fills the air; the cabinets are full of enticing food choices, and there is a wonderful vibe from people chatting, and simply enjoying the environment. Cosy Cafe on Cavendish Road, Redwood, is the epitome […]
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