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When it comes to ordering — or creating — an amazing cocktail, it”s best to be at least a little versed in basic bar terms. Especially if you”re in the habit of ordering obscure drinks, you”ll increase your chance of … Continue reading →

The words ‘classic’ or ‘iconic’ might be a bit over-used, but for me both apply squarely to my favourite Christmas drink: Eggnog. Whilst I have no idea where the word came from (“egg” and “grog, anyone”?) the drink is delicious … Continue reading →

Have stumbled across excellent native oysters. No other supplies. A wench may be useful too.

Faster pasta Making one’s own pasta is a winner on every count. It’s easy to do, hard to make mistakes, and is an excellent way to involve the kids. Home-made pasta is so cheap that it can save a home … Continue reading →

Gin, when mixed with tonic water, remains the sophisticated drink of many. The combination of Gin and tonic – leavened with lime or lemon, and usually with ice – is an aromatically flavoursome aperitif, particularly at the end of a … Continue reading →

Same drink – different name. American and Irish makers prefer ‘whiskey’ whilst the Scots, Canadians and the rest of the world’s single prefer ‘whisky’. This started during the 19th century as a point of product differentiation. Back then, Scotch whisky … Continue reading →

I love eating duck in all its forms (well, not live or raw) – and developed this recipe – my first soup with duck. Smoked duck is important to extract the full flavour. INGREDIENTS 400g of smoked duck breast, skin … Continue reading →

Last night was a chance to be a sophisticate (or a bore?) – anyway, out at a bar, and asked to explain what an “eaux de vie” is. Well, “eaux de vie” is French for “waters of life”, which is … Continue reading →