Natural wine – a natural fit in Tokyo
This is the slightly extended version of an article I wrote for the Japan Times and can be viewed online here The natural wine movement is spreading like a virus in Tokyo and my immunity… Continue reading
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Tokyo | It’s all about the beans
The Japanese have a knack for embracing international trends, mastering them, and then reincarnating them back in the motherland, except doing it ten times better. This is no truer for the bourgeoning coffee… Continue reading
Triple ginger and rhubarb cheesecake
This is a fail proof, no bake, extremely delicious cheesecake which always receives a great reception. It can be made the day before and is best refrigerated overnight. I think it is the… Continue reading
An ode to Piedmont
This post has been a long time coming, mainly due to sheer laziness. But I wanted to document just some of the amazing of places I ate whilst living in northern Italy for… Continue reading
Crostata di frutta with crema pasticcera
Crostata with Fresh Cream and Custard Many birthdays and cakes have passed amongst my Masters class, and I am slowly getting around to posting them. This birthday bake was for Andrea, my Italian… Continue reading
When in LA
There was something about LA that immediately had me seeking out a green smoothie, massaging kale and reaching for a coconut water. Amongst all the concrete, SUV’s and Hollywood glitz, these self conscious Californian’s know… Continue reading
Olive oil, rosemary and chocolate cake
Some habits never die. I have always loved birthdays, not only my own which I ensure is a month long festival each year, but I love celebrating others. And I firmly believe that… Continue reading
A Gluttonous 2013, the best bits
Happy New Year! Looking back on 2013 it wouldn’t be unfair to say I did nothing but eat. It was indeed a year rich in food experiences and one which culminated in me… Continue reading
Osteria Francescana, Modena
A coveted three Michelin Star rating; number three in The World’s 50 Best Restaurants and the highest ranking Italian restaurant for the past 5 years; 2012’s ‘International Chef of the Year’ by The Daily Meal,… Continue reading
One week into Italian life
I am one week into my new Italian adventure. And of course it is nothing less than bellissimo! I am living in Northern Italy in a little town called Bra, yes let’s get all… Continue reading