A product of successful ventures, Yolk & 31k, Skein (Sk-ay-n) was established earlier this year in the same section of Goose Gate. It seems to be trying to rail against the proliferation of small plate culture with an a la carte menu and “seasonal, locally-sourced produce”. Initial impressions are good, the pretty frontage allowing lots […]
Spring cooking has always been about finding a balance between the hearty meals of winter and fresh cooking with help from all the beautiful spring produce. As such, pasta plays a pivotal role in my traditional dishes and delightful pasta salads. This arugula pasta salad comes together quickly and is a great way to use […]
I try hard not to play favorites with squash, but delicata is often one of the first I grab when making a meal for myself. These smaller, oblong vegetables cook quicker than some of the other hard-skinned squash and require no peeling. This roasted delicata squash with chipotle butter is a fantastic dinner or can […]
Following many pizza excursions over the last few years I had a few comments about giving this place a go. It’s at the city end of West Bridgford (WB) on the busy corner opposite the Trent Bridge Inn. On this Saturday evening they were doing a roaring takeaway trade, for the denizens of WB who […]
A short one today but I’ve been a fan of Specialty in both its former and current incarnations and wanted to highlight its charms. From a previous leafy paradise it’s now a more paired back affair, concrete floor and light pine wood accents. Tables form a L shape around the barista station with the prime […]