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Robert Burns Robert Burns, the great lyrical poet (1759-1796) was born in Scotland on the 25th January and as that date approaches, I must warn you,  I become very Scottish. Burns was a nationally recognized poet, even in his own lifetime. His poems were brilliant […]

I have just had the most fabulous experience. I spent two days in the beautiful Danish countryside, cooking for a company offsite. In this post I am going to share the menu, including my goto summer barbecue recipes, tell you a little about Danish summerhouses […]

My ultimate New Year’s Eve Menu, one last fabulous meal before welcoming moderate eating back into our lives in January

Fillet of Beef with Horseradish and Mustard Creme Fraiche Herbed Roasted Salmon Pesto Orzo with Roasted Vegetables Fall Quinoa Baby Roasted Potatoes Green Salad with Oranges, Cranberry Goat Cheese and Honey Almonds Green Salad with Gorgonzola, Pears and Pomegranate Seeds

Men’s Member Guest Greek Yogurt Parfaits Smoked Salmon Mini Bagels Bacon, Avocado and Tomato Toasted Sandwiches Scones Lemon Drizzle Cake Lunch Pesto Orzo with Shrimp Chicken Kebabs, Pork Tenderloin and Sausage with Onions and Peppers Potato, Green Bean and Tomato Salad Mozzarella and Tomato Salami and […]

House Tour Menu Stations Cheese Board Crudities Passed Appetizers   Yorkshire Puddings with Roast Beef and Horseradish Sausage Rolls Grilled Cheese and Chutney Bites Mozzarella and Tomato Pesto Hearts with Goat Cheese and Tomato Smoked Salmon on Potato Pancakes Devils on Horseback (Prunes wrapped in Bacon) […]

Darien Men’s Association  Elegant Beach Soiree Cocktail Hour Fabulous Cheese Board Prosciutto wrapped Melon Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce Blue Chips with Guacamole and Corn Salsa Bob Smith’s Rather Wonderful Korean Pork Wraps The Main Event Bob Smith’s Fabulous Flank Steak Roasted Salmon Sliders Roasted Chicken Chicken […]

Amuse Bouche Pesto, Goat Cheese and Tomato Heart Sandwiches Egg Salad Coronation Chicken Cucumber and herbed Cream Cheese Smoked Salmon and Tzatziki Scones Blueberry, cranberry, plain and sultana scones with lemon curd, strawberry jam and clotted cream Desserts Strawberry Tarts Chocolate covered Strawberries Lemon bars Chocolate caramel […]