Versatile and convenient, couscous is a handy staple to have in your store cupboard. When soaked in boiling water, it only takes minutes to prepare. Couscous tastes bland and is perfect for taking on other flavors. There’s room for plenty of seasonings, stock, fresh herbs, spices and additions like nuts, dried and fresh fruits and vegetables. Continue reading “Couscous with Fresh Mint Leaves and Pomegranate”
Chunky Cherry Tomato and Apple Jam
A trip to our local farmers market, a few purchases and a basket of ripe cherry tomatoes had me in the kitchen making up a small batch of homemade Cherry Tomato and Apple Jam. Some years back I participated in fairs and had made this jam using ordinary tomatoes with their skins removed. The tasters at the fair were well received, although there were a few who seemed a little horrified at the thought of such a combination… a tomato and apple chutney didn’t seem as terrifying. It would be quite tedious removing the skins from cherry tomatoes, so I have left them on. I love preserves with chunky bits and not a thick overly sweet purée.
An Afternoon with Marimar Torres at La Vinoteca Barcelona
Recently I had the privilege of meeting the lovely Marimar Torres over lunch, hosted by La Vinoteca Barcelona. On meeting Marimar you immediately sensed her warm and welcoming nature, quickly putting you at ease. It’s not every day you meet the real personality behind the wines, as Marimar Torres is founder and proprietor of Marimar Estate Vineyards and Winery in California. With wine there’s history and throughout the course of the afternoon we got to know a little more about Marimar Torres, whose family have produced Spanish wines as far back as the 17th century.
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