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Monthly Archives: August 2011
King of puddings: Lemon Poset
When I was working on my ski season I was categorically banned from making lemon poset. We were told it was out of date, even to the most discerning palate. I am inclined to disagree with this. Admittedly the recipe … Continue reading
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The importance of applause
After my disastrous week at ‘the middle of no where lodge’ I seriously contemplated giving up cooking for good. Party because I was in doubt of my abilities and party because it had simply been so awful it was difficult … Continue reading
Smoked salmon blinis, a nibbles favourite
Nibbles are always fun to do. They are a fantastic way to use up bits that are left over from other things, they look pretty, are exciting to eat and, if you get it just right people say ‘oooo’ when … Continue reading
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Keeping it seasonal; peach, raspberry and almond tart
I think the term is fragipane? Or something like that, ground almond mix on a pastry base spread with raspberry jam. Either way, the perfect pud for this time of year, peaches are cheap and juicy and the raspberrys are … Continue reading
A 70’s classic; melon and parma ham
It’s not a starter I would usually suggest, its a little outdated perhaps, and possibly too simple even for my ‘simple starter’ theory. Yet very often it is requested and whenever it is it’s very much enjoyed. Good parma ham … Continue reading
Good morning Ullapool
It’s the thrid time I’ve come up to cook in Ullapool, it’s a lovely tranquil place, at least, it was in May. Now, being August, the holiday season has definitely arrived. Yet the town is not teeming with irritating, lost … Continue reading
Simple starters
I’m a big fan of ‘simple’. Simple implies; hard to do wrong, quick and few ingredients. But for me, as the ‘pro’ I need to find a balance between simplicity and creating spectacular food that someone would, perhaps, not cook … Continue reading
Pea time
Suddenly the garden is filled with pea pods. Bursting to get out it seemed only fair to take some up north on my latest job. The interesting thing about the peas is how few they turn out to be. A … Continue reading
Letters From A Lodge Cook 