Fast forward around twenty years or so since Pokemon became a thing, and I was surprised that the 150 Pokemon that started the whole craze off has now turned into the thousand and something. Whether your Pokemon fan is an avid Pokemon trading cards game player, or just wants to catch ’em all… Read More
This meal is such a fantastic winter warmer that is a favourite in our house. The patates yahni (potatoes baked in tomatoes) can be made alone, turning this dish into a delicious vegetarian meal or a great recipe to whip up when time and money is low. The keftedes add extra substance to the… Read More
Mike and I recently had the great privilege of attending an event with the fabulous Italian chef Antonio Carluccio to make the 160th anniversary celebrations of Italian tomato brand Cirio (pronounced CHI-rio). One of six children, Antonio was born in Vietri sul Mare, a jewel on the Amalfi coast where our family was fortunate… Read More
It is already almost a year ago since Paddy met his hero, Italian chef Gennaro Contaldo, and had the opportunity to help him create a dish or two. He has not stopped talking about it since and will be something he remembers fondly for a very long time. Here is how they… Read More
Okay, so I will admit it, I do love buttery pasta. It is right up there with a love of cheese (all kinds, I don’t mind), ice-cream (all kinds, I don’t mind), and chocolate (all kinds, I don’t… oh, you get the picture). I do love this meal too. It’s a great lifesaver when… Read More
Mike and I recently had the privilege of rubbing shoulders with several TV chefs during the last few weeks. It was a fabulous opportunity to see these talented chefs at work first-hand and to try some of their favourite dishes. Whilst we are great lovers of Greek and Italian foods, we were quite unfamiliar… Read More