Category Archives: Fish & seafood

Crab risotto

Posted on 09/14/2011 by

What are your thoughts on the combination cheese and shellfish? I have never really thought about it before I met Christopher, who can’t stand it, and I kind of see why now. When I had planned to make crab risotto, I … Continue reading →

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Farfalle with smoked salmon, broad beans and chives

Posted on 07/30/2011 by

Although I love cooking, I don’t particulary enjoy to cook for only myself. If I need to I want something that’s quick, but still enjoyable. There are other times when that type of cooking is required too. Like when Christopher … Continue reading →

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Stuffed squid

Posted on 07/13/2011 by

A while ago I found this recipe for stuffed squid on one of my favourite Swedish food blogs: Gittos Mat. I just felt like I had to make this dish one day and bring a part of sunny Spain into … Continue reading →

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Rosti with crayfish spread

Posted on 07/02/2011 by

I have a long-lasting fondness of rosti, from when my mother used to serve it as starter in the late 80s early 90s as a starter at dinner parties. The crispy buttery shreds of potato taste absolutely divine with salty … Continue reading →

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Calamari, wild garlic mayo, asparagus and potato wedges

Posted on 06/27/2011 by

We had this lovely supper one day in the middle of the week, last week. Why? Because we can. No, but squid is so cheap, and it makes such a lovely summery meal. The best mayo I’ve ever made is … Continue reading →

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Alaskan pollock with mustardy leeks and potato salad with cabbage

Posted on 06/20/2011 by

My French colleague Fabienne is always very impressed by my cooking/baking skills and says that she can’t cook. I don’t believe her, I think all French women can cook. And so far she has not been able to convince me, … Continue reading →

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The best pasta with prawns

Posted on 06/18/2011 by

This recipe is from one of my favourite Swedish food blogs, called Smaskens. This pasta dish is fabulous although it is quite easy to make. The secret is good stock, and it is very easy to make your own prawn … Continue reading →

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Scallops with pea purée and basil sauce

Posted on 06/09/2011 by

I manged with a themed dinner on Friday, a bit unintentionally. When I was standing in the kitchen making bruschetta and the basil scent overpowered the kitchen it hit me that peas and basil would be great together. And they … Continue reading →

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Julia Child’s mock hollandaise

Posted on 05/20/2011 by

We had this lovely plate of food for supper on Monday. The fish is called Mahi Mahi and although it originates from around Hawaii, our fillets came from fishes around the Spanish coast. Not that sustainable I know, but we … Continue reading →

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Premiere: British strawberries

Posted on 04/17/2011 by

I was extremely happy when I noticed British strawberries in the supermarket yesterday. Is it that time already?! Grown in Kent they tasted like early strawberries do; some nice and sweet, some a bit sour and some a bit bland. … Continue reading →

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