The addition of lavender to the otherwise traditional shortbread is exquisite... The lavender brings a light floral flavour that is welcomed with the buttery shortbread. In my restaurants we serve this as part of an afternoon tea, so you can now create your own afternoon treat at home.
Read MoreI love the flavours of rosemary and lemon blended together and this recipe is light, refreshing, and perfect for any occasion. The combination of aromas are zingy, fresh, and remind me of Italy!
Read MoreI absolutely love the flavours of chimichurri – it adds a massive burst of freshness, heat and saltiness to the beef. You can use the chimichurri with chicken, meaty fish, lamb or pork or over halloumi and, if you like, swap the chicory for sliced radicchio.
Read MoreOne of my favourite suppers to prepare with fresh crab is these cakes. I like to use about a quarter of dark meat in my crab cakes as it adds sweetness. I use fresh breadcrumbs (not dried!) to bind my crab cakes together. Even though I am from potato land (Ireland) I don’t like potato in my crab cake as the flavour of crab is so delicate that it tends to get lost under the potato. The aioli is gorgeous, as it adds a kick of heat and texture to the overall bite. I serve the whole thing up with a big leafy salad.
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