salads

Kholrabi and Persimmon Chopped Salad

I mentioned in a previous post two weeks ago winter had visited… now it looks like our cold spell has passed and with no rain so far. The weather is really beautiful and a lovely time of year for all who live and visit sunny Bahrain. And across the island, it’s the season for firing up the  barbecue and serving plenty of salads on the side. Continue reading “Kholrabi and Persimmon Chopped Salad”

desserts · recipes

Easy Date and Nut Tarts with Fresh Berries

If you love dates and nuts then this is a perfect recipe for you (and me) and a different slant on how you might enjoy this delicious combination. These sweet tarts are a delight to make and perfect sweet treats for family and friends… especially as Eid Al Adha is almost upon us.  Continue reading “Easy Date and Nut Tarts with Fresh Berries”

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Homemade Apple Jelly with Rosemary

Apple Jelly with RosemaryStepping back in time at Kew Gardens the royal kitchens now silent and deserted, I tried to imagine the everyday hustle and bustle of busy cooks and servants. For sure larders were once filled with seasonal preserves and feeling a little nostalgic, somehow, apple jelly came to mind. Inspiration can come from the strangest of places! I love taking time to make small batches of preserves and this sweet Apple Jelly with Rosemary makes a delicious condiment to serve alongside a cheese board with a mature cheddar or semi-hard goats cheese. Continue reading “Homemade Apple Jelly with Rosemary”