Emozioni is a range of high-quality Italian foods prepared and packaged with fashion flair. Aimed at foodies and luxury consumers, the products are not cheap but aims to pack a lot of flavour and texture into every spoonful. The packaging makes the products look like high-class cosmetics: it’s an unexpected but…
Doesn’t this cocktail look fabulous? The star mixologist Alex at Bistro Moderne gave me a sneak preview of a cocktail he’s developing for this month’s Dining Club at Bistro Moderne. I wish I could have that much flair. What makes this cocktail molecular? It’s the foam on top created with an alcohol, some…
This post is unashamedly for parents and grandparents. And of course for their offspring. It’s a new departure for us, but we’re always interested in food, whatever form it takes! My tester for this post is Tilly. She’s nearly 16 months old. Since she was about 5 months old, she’s…
My favourite foodie saying is “man tager vad man haver“. It’s a much quoted and miss-quoted saying attributed to Cajsa Warg, Sweden’s first celebrity chef, who published “Housekeeping Assistance for Young Women” in 1755. The quote translates as “use what you have”. It’s excellent advice in the kitchen. It reminds…
I’m not sure whether I am typical, but when I’m out shopping I do seek out particular varieties. Take potatoes for instance, a Maris Piper is a great all rounder. I am also fond of Roosters. When it comes to spices and flavourings do I take as much care? There’s…
Marshmallows speak to the child in me. Their sticky puffiness and sweetness, the faint scent of vanilla, the slightly floury outside, all melting into goo in my mouth. The way the air bubbles in the mallow pops when you tongue press them against your palate. Mmm. Marshmallows are a bit…
How do you cook most of your meals? Do you use an electric or gas oven? Are you a big fan of the pressure cooker (like so many French households)? Do you use your microwave? Or perhaps a slow cooker? Quite probably you use a mixture of any or all…
If you eat Mexican you’ll know that there’s more to salsa than meets the eye. There are lots of different types, and everyone makes their version a little different. Pico de gallo is fresh and sweet, finely chopped tomatoes, onions and coriander mixed with lime or lemon juice (and chillies,…
Nairn’s oaty heritage dates back to 1888. Over recent years it has quietly established itself as the champion of those seeking a gluten free or wheat free diet. We’re rather fond of their oatcakes, and in particular the lovely Oaty bites (so very moreish) so we were very happy to…
This post was written in 2013. Please visit the Flavourly website for up to date information Who doesn’t like receiving packages through the post? Much of the time we’ve made the order online and you know what’s coming through your door. The idea of receiving a box of foodie goodies…
