‘Street food, I believe, is the salvation of the human race’ – Anthony Bourdain Over my lifetime I have come to realise that I like street food more than restaurant food, appetisers more than entrees and finger food more than a main course. I don’t know where this is because I like the variety it …
‘The food of the true revolutionary is the Sichuan pepper, he who cannot endure it, is unable to fight’. This is a great recipe, from Bon Appetit. It utilises pouring hot oil over the aromatics, as a technique to release both the aroma and prepare the dressing. Using Sichuan peppercorns in this recipe creates a …
‘Let your spine be loose like seaweed’ This quote comes from Eoin Finn, a pro surfer who is talking about his recommended form in both surfing and yoga. It is common to think that in both of these art forms you need to hold your body in perfect forms. However, this rigidity can be harmful, …
‘The mind is like Tofu. It tastes like whatever you marinate it in’. This is a beautiful recipe and I would recommend it to anyone who likes Tofu. My beautiful cousin, Sabrina, bought me a selection of spices and it came with some suggested recipes. The key here is to make sure you get as …
A little advice from a mushroom; Be down to earth Sprout new ideas Keep a low profile Know when to show up Stay well-rounded Start from the ground up Be a fun-guy This is a beautiful recipe for a BBQ. It is meaty and sticky and sweet and sumptuous. Mushrooms are always said to be …
Delicious Japanese Dashi Ramen I have spent a lot of time in Japan over the years for work and for pleasure and I marvel at the way Japanese chefs elevate simple pure ingredients. Whether it is Sashimi, Tofu or Dashi, there is always a simple elegance in preparation and presentation, making sure the ingredient is …
Vegan Chocolate Mousse This chocolate treat has three main ingredients and takes not time at all in a blender. It is dairy free, gluten free, nut free, refined sugar free and high in protein. It has a deep, decadent texture and ‘you won’t believe it’s made of tofu’, which is a wonderful ancient healthy ingredient …
Sprouting broccoli with sweet tahini dressing (Goma-Dare) Goma-dare is a Japanese sesame sauce, normally used in Shabu Shabu. It is the most popular of all the sauces, is salty sweet and can be used for many dishes. Mr. B and I like to use the sauce when looking for something light and quick in the …
Sesame Sweet Potatoes Umami in Japanese means I will give you my right hand and first-born child for a bite of that! There aren’t many vegan dishes at Zuma, the Japanese Peruvian restaurant in London and now New York, as we found out one Friday night, but the few they have are all delicious and …
