In the Golden Era of fieldsports, supper was concluded not with a cheese board or pud, but a savoury course. Bring back this forgotten course with Philippa Davis’ double baked…
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Dried fig, pigeon breast and smoked bacon skewers on toast
During the Golden Era of fieldsports, dinners wouldn’t end with a pudding or cheeseboard. Instead, a savoury course was brought out – to aid digestion and invigorate the diner’s palate…
Cider and buckwheat crepes with asparagus and trout
Asparagus and trout are undoubtedly best eaten simply with a squeeze of lemon. But if you are tempted to try something a little different, have a go at Philippa Davis’…
Trout carpaccio with asparagus
Both trout and asparagus are at their very best right now. Philippa Davis’ two versions of trout carpaccio with asparagus makes delicious starters. As the main ingredients in these recipes…
Elderflower and vanilla madeleines
Philippa Davis’ elderflower and vanilla madeleines are the perfect pud for picnics, best packaged up and enjoyed al fresco. But if temptation proves too much, our favourite way to enjoy…
Shakshuka with trout and asparagus
Try Philippa Davis’ shakshuka with trout and asparagus for a wonderfully versatile dish than can be served for brunch, lunch or light supper. Inspired by the Arabic dish that poaches…
Homemade lard and pork scratchings
This simple homemade lard and pork scratchings recipe comes from Lidgates: The Meat Cookbook by Danny Lidgate and Hattie Ellis. This filling, but incredibly moreish, snack is surprisingly simple to…
Chocolate and rhubarb brownies
Not much beats a proper, fudgy brownie. So try Philippa Davis’ chocolate and rhubarb brownies for the perfect spring offering. Brownies are a guaranteed crowd pleaser. But if you think…
Prawn, sherry and garlic gratins with pistachio crust
Avoid a supper party meltdown with a handy, make-ahead starter that leaves you free to entertain. Philippa Davis’ prawn, sherry and garlic gratins with pistachio crust are super served in…
Chocolate, ginger and orange Easter cake
Consume cocoa this Easter without succumbing to yet another chocolate egg. Philippa Davis’ chocolate, ginger and orange Easter cake is the perfect alternative, and a guaranteed crowd pleaser. Loaded with…