What do you get if you cross a broccoli and a cauliflower? Well, we don’t know, but “romanesco” wouldn’t be a completely uninformed guess. This beautiful but very peculiar-looking type of cabbage almost looks like a cross between broccoli and cauliflower, or at least something conjured up by a mad scientist. However, there’s no sci-fi … Read more
Sous vide Duck Wellington Beef Wellington is somewhat of a festive dish, but it doesn’t have to be reserved for special occasions. A Wellington does take some time, but it can easily become part of everyday meals, especially if it’s assembled the day before. Not long ago, I tried my hand at creating the ultimate … Read more
You might be familiar with the ultra-classic Beef Wellington, or Bøf Wellington, if you will – the quintessential New Year’s Eve main course and, incidentally, Gordon Ramsay’s signature dish. Beef Wellington is quintessentially traditional English food, through and through! And let’s agree that serving it nowadays is a bit kitschy (in the best possible way). … Read more
Recipe for the delightful Moscow Mule cocktail, which consists of vodka, lime, and ginger beer. Although the name sounds Russian, it actually originates from the USA. A bartender named Wes Price had a large stock of vodka and ginger beer in his cellar that he couldn’t sell. When he tried mixing them together and adding … Read more
This is a divinely delicious and light artichoke soup made with a siphon, served with porcini mushroom powder and crispy artichoke chips. The artichoke is believed to have originated in the fertile area along the Mediterranean in the Middle East and north and east of the Arabian desert, which makes sense when we consider the … Read more
Looking to truly impress someone? Now’s your chance to shine and showcase your culinary skills. You’ll be using the sous vide method and bringing out your siphon bottle. Few things compare to tender duck with crispy skin. While many of us limit our duck consumption to the Christmas season or St. Martin’s Day, it’s a … Read more
Remember the recipe for Gin Fizz? The super classic and most popular within the fizz family of cocktails. This Sloe Gin Fizz is yet another delicate and creamy cocktail that will surely impress your guests. You may have heard the name, Sloe Gin, before and thought: “Sloe Gin, what is that?” Sloe Gin is actually … Read more
Do you love goat cheese? Or are you a bit hesitant about its distinctive flavor? With goat cheese foam, the taste becomes slightly milder, making it the perfect complementary accompaniment in various dishes. Goat cheese has been produced for thousands of years, and it’s likely one of the first dairy products in the world. Goat … Read more
A dish that could be worthy of a Michelin restaurant: Avocado in “coal” tempura batter. Food is much more than just nourishment. Food is an experience, and when we dine out, we often expect a holistic experience of sensory impressions and surprises. Dishes that initially do not look particularly edible have been a trend in … Read more
Crispy salmon skin chips. “What??” you’re thinking now, but hold on a second before you run away! Salmon skin might not immediately be the first thing you associate with a delicious snack. You’re probably thinking: “Fish scales? No thanks!”. But what if we tell you that the skin doesn’t have to end up in the … Read more