Posts Tagged ‘inspiration’
A tasty Guinness and treacle bread recipe
What could be more Irish than a loaf of bread made with Guinness? To celebrate St Patrick’s Day, Lough Erne Resort Executive chef, Noel McMeel, has shared some favourite recipes for a range of mouthwatering dishes that you can make at home. Noel has cooked for an impressive range of dignitaries and celebrities, including Barack…
Read MoreTasty Asian-style tuna tartare bites are so easy to make
These Asian-style tuna tartare bites are a fantastic small dish to serve guests over the winter festivities. One for the sushi-lovers, this tuna tartare is incredibly simple to make, and packed with fresh Asian-style flavours – ideal to help bring on better living. Love Seafood is focusing on how seafood can Bring on Better Living, showcasing…
Read MoreThis fish dish is the perfect winter warmer
Looking for a new fish dish to try this festive season? Look no further. This lattice-topped fish and leek pie, doesn’t only look great, it taste great too! This winter warmer is a perfect Boxing Day option, high in protein, low in fat and once it’s in the oven you can get back to entertaining…
Read MoreCod with chestnut, parmesan and parsley stuffing
Add fish to your celebrations this festive season with tasty recipes that are ready in no time. This cod with chestnut, parmesan and parsley stuffing recipe is the perfect substitute to a roast turkey and it’s packed full of healthy, affordable and readily available ingredients. It’s a true showstopper and makes a fantastic meat-free alternative…
Read MoreGet a little crabby and enjoy these tasty bites
These easy peasy crab bites from Love Seafood are packed with Mexican flavours to add some spice to your festive celebrations. They’ll be the star of the show when you serve these to your guests and the added bonus is that they’re super quick and simple to make – helping you all to bring on…
Read MoreThe noble Scottish family who had it all – and lost it
The debut book by television producer Simon Welfare depicts the fascinating lives of John and Ishbel Gordon, the Marquess and Marchioness of Aberdeen. The couple aimed to change the world with their passion for philanthropic endeavours and social reform. However, they ended up losing their fortune after years of generosity. As the couple were the…
Read MoreA delicious seared scallop recipe to enjoy
Strong childhood memories of food remain an inspiration for Kinloch House chef Steve McCallum. As a child, Steve would spend time on the west coast with his uncle, a lobster fisherman in Tarbert, bringing in the creels and aquiring a taste for fresh food. ‘I still have a fondness for those early memories of eating…
Read MoreAn excellent Ecclefechan butter tart recipe
Today we present a delicious recipe for dessert, from French chef, the former owner of the Silver Darling restaurant at Aberdeen harbour. Didier Dejean opened his seafood restaurant The Silver Darling in 1986, having previously worked in Paris before following a colleague to Aberdeen. As the oil industry developed, things changed. ‘Before the oil, Aberdeen was…
Read MoreLast chance to order gin botanical bouquets
Time’s running out for people to order Edinburgh Gin’s botanical bouquets in time for Valentine’s Day. After last year’s Valentine’s Gin bouquet sold out in under 24 hours, the Scottish distiller has once again partnered with MUD Urban Flowers to introduce two new striking arrangements – Classic and Rhubarb and Ginger.The Valentine’s Gin Botanical Bouquet…
Read MoreLast year’s sell-out gin botanical bouquets return
Edinburgh Gin’s botanical bouquets are back in bloom for Valentine’s Day and three multi-sensory arrangements are available. After last year’s Valentine’s Gin bouquet sold out in under 24 hours, the Scottish distiller has once again partnered with MUD Urban Flowers to introduce two new striking arrangements – Classic and Rhubarb and Ginger. Each of three…
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