Hunan Dumplings are wontons filled with a fragrant pork mixture that are gently simmered, then served with a peanut butter chilli sauce and sliced scallions (green onions). Whether or not they’re part of authentic Hunan cuisine, they’re absolutely delicious and simple to make!

Home-smoked, freshly caught mackerel filets, tiny, marinated Ox-eye daisy buds, & beautiful crystallised lilac flowers – a few of the special treats my aunt prepared for us. And her recipe for Smoked Cod Appetisers [Recette également publiée en français : Bouchées à la morue fumée].

Scones have been enjoyed by many cultures in one form or another for centuries – although thankfully, now they’re much lighter since the discovery of leavening agents! Discover these lovely, simple, and quick to prepare buns, true Devon clotted cream, and the pleasure of a Cream or Afternoon tea…

One of my favourite English traditions is an elegant afternoon tea, where fine English tea is served in the best porcelain cups, accompanied by tiny finger sandwiches and dainty buttery pastries. These heavenly “petits gâteaux” are worthy of traditional afternoon teas!

If you love fresh seafood, check your local fresh fish markets to buy lobster when it’s been shipped in fresh. You can prepare a wonderful meal in minutes! Click on the photo or title for more info.