Food

Grilled Eggplant With Walnut-Herb Dressing

I’ve found that cooking consistency is vital in my journey to enjoying eggplant. This grilled eggplant is the perfect example. Large wedges of eggplant are cooked on a hot grill so the cut edges sear while the interior becomes perfectly tender.  Grilled Eggplant, Tips + Tricks So, how do you achieve an eggplant texture worthy […]

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Raymond’s – Nottingham

I lamented the closure of Oscar and Rosie’s, not just on a culinary level, but in the knowledge that few restaurants before or after will be named after their owners cats. That said I couldn’t ask for much more of an exciting replacement with Marcus, formerly of Mesa, the force behind this new venture on […]

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Marinated Melon With Black Pepper Walnuts

When my work involved developing a set of recipes featuring melon, I gained a deep appreciation. During research, I found this marinated cantaloupe recipe, which set me on the path to creating this recipe. Varieties of melon can have a wide range of complex sweetness, making them a joy to eat during summer. SORGHUM SYRUP I […]

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Boto Sushi – Japanese – Nottingham

Upper Parliament street has had a couple of new openings. While Boto hasn’t matched the fanfare of neighbouring Zaap’s new fried chicken concept I wanted to try this modest independent offering. As is often the case with Japanese restaurants the decor is minimalist, some bar seating overlooks the chefs at work alongside half a dozen […]