Nothing says "Sunday lunch" quite like roast lamb. Instead of the traditional rosemary, garlic & lemon combination I decided to lean towards the warmer Moroccan flavours to ensure my lamb paired perfectly with the nutty hummus I have been craving. The sweetness of the meat couples perfectly with the honeyed flavours of exotic spice; cumin, clove, star anise, cinnamon, coriander seed, all spice, ground ginger, black peppercorns, fresh rosemary and lemon zest were all ground into a fragrant pulp. The lamb was coated in olive oil and rubbed with the spice mix. I then poured a glut of beautiful, raw honey all over the leg, squeezed two juicy lemons over it and popped it into a very hot oven.
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The Tomato - Edible Summer
The tomato may just be my favorite thing about summer. The French often refer to the tomato as the “pomme d'amour” or "love apple" and I can think of no other vegetable (or fruit, botanically speaking) that incites more amorous excitement or that I eat with more relish than a sun-ripened tomato. It has no prickly edges or tough skin to peel - you just eat it up, letting its juices run down your chin. Summer bliss!
Read MoreTomato Bruschetta
This dish tastes of summer. Perfectly toasted, crunchy ciabatta rubbed with fresh garlic cloves, topped with sweet cherry tomatoes, torn basil leaves & a good glug of extra virgin olive oil. Simple, delicate and robust all at the same time!
Tomato, Aubergine, Anchovy & Pine Nut Tartlets
This recipe is so easy and is always perfectly delicious and impressive. Light layers of buttery puff pastry topped with creamy roasted aubergine, ripe red tomatoes, salty anchovies, toasted pine nuts and a sprinkling of fresh Italian parsley. Make it slightly larger, serve with a green salad and you have the perfect starter.
Read MoreSundried Tomato Fritters with a Basil Aioli
The tomato, in all its forms, is honestly my favourite addition or centre piece to any dish. These fritters, covered in a crispy, golden batter with a sweet, tangy centre, are perfectly complimented by a fresh basil aioli. Serve outside on a warm evening as a light snack or add these to a delicious mezze platter and enjoy with some crunchy bread!
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