The English have a had long love of Indian cuisine dating back to the Crusades, the spice trade era and British colonization. The first curry house opened in London in the 1800s. Queen Victoria had Indian chefs in her Royal kitchens to cook curries, as did King George V. This … [Read more...] about Brillant English Style Chicken Banana Curry
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King George V’s Favorite Chicken Curry
King George V loved Indian cuisine after his travels to India. He keep Indian chefs in the Royal kitchen to prepare curries, which he could eat every day if Queen Mary would allow it. This is the curry Royal Chef Gabriel Tschumi prepared for him, served alongside Bombay Duck, … [Read more...] about King George V’s Favorite Chicken Curry
Glamorous Lavender Crusted Halibut
Growing your own lavender not only allows you to create your own scented sachets, but provides a versatile cooking ingredient. Pair with a white fish for a lovely dinner for company. Glamorous Lavender Crusted Halibut Culinary lavender provides a versatile cooking … [Read more...] about Glamorous Lavender Crusted Halibut
Simple yet Elegant Parmesan Crusted Halibut
I am fortunate to be able to fish for wild halibut on an annual basis so always have on hand for elegant dining for guests or quick weekday meal. This recipe satisfies both so is my go to recipe Breaded Parmesan Crusted Halibut I am fortunate to be … [Read more...] about Simple yet Elegant Parmesan Crusted Halibut
Quick and Easy Apple Tart
Tarts are thought to have evolved as a manner of layering food on a crust. Short crust pastry (as compared to pie pastry) is thought to have been first commonly used in the 16 century. This method of preparation was popular with nobility, viewed as superior than pies consumed by … [Read more...] about Quick and Easy Apple Tart
