The Ivy Brasserie, Soho

Living and working in London, it’s so easy to take for granted all of the amazing things this city has to offer. I walk past sights on my daily commute that people travel thousands of miles to come and see and equally there are numerous ‘must-do’ places to visit that I, as a lifelong Londoner…

Bistro Union, Abbeville Road

A couple of weeks ago I was well overdue a catch up with my sister having not seen each other since before Christmas! So I drove down to Clapham and stayed the weekend. When she suggested we go out for a meal locally as she lives a short walk away from Abbeville Road (well known…

Beetroot, Carrot & Blue Cheese Tart

This recipe has been several attempts in the making as it took me a few goes to get it just right. I originally was going for a deep filled filo tart… but the pastry didn’t really cook properly and therefore wasn’t stable enough to hold the deep filling. I also gave it a go with…

Steak & Mushroom Pie

I’ve always found one of the most satisfying things to bake is a pie. No other meal you cook will be received with quite so much enthusiasm and anticipation as a homemade pie fresh from the oven. I have two favourites that I make quite regularly and since I featured the Chicken Pie recipe on…

A Palate for Pies

I’m sure you’ve all had this in your calendar for months, but in case you weren’t aware National Pie Week kicks off today in the UK. In light of the approaching festivities Fry Magazine asked me to do a taste test and review for them, and never one to turn down an excuse to stuff…

Cheddar, Chilli & Spring Onion Scones

So I’ve shaken it up again and gone savoury with a cheesy scone with a bit of a kick! As I’m away this weekend, I made these last Sunday and have actually been having them for my lunch all week. They’re a great alternative lunch with a bit of salad on the side and much…

Classic Chicken Pie

I first started making Chicken Pie when I lived at uni… we didn’t exactly eat like ordinary students in my house as we all really loved food and had a few budding amateur chefs in residence… rarely was there a ready meal or a super noodle in sight! We were a proper little family and…