Sherry Bread Recipe
My Delicious Sherry Bread Recipe Whoever said that Sherry isn’t for breakfast hasn’t yet tried my Sherry bread recipe! Lightly toasted and served with sweet tomatoes doused in gutsy extra virgin olive oil, makes for a delicious Sherry-infused breakfast. It was inspired by a cooking class I attended in Corfu last summer when we were […]
Cinco de Mayo Mexican Layered Dip
My Cinco de Mayo Mexican Layered Dip Cinco de Mayo (fifth of May) is the perfect time to make this delicious Mexican layered dip that’s been part of my repertoire since my early catering days in London. It was inspired by an American client of mine and has always been loved by everyone. No cooking […]
Andalucian Fish Stew
Living close to the coast in the province of Cadiz in SW Andalucia, we are never short of two things, plenty of freshly caught delicious fish and an abundance of sunshine. However, as winter draws in and the days get cooler, the food I cook becomes warmer and richer, and my fish stew is a […]
Ronda – My Travel Guide
I stayed in Catalonia Hotel which is not really my style as it’s a chain and modern but the views from the 3rd-floor room over the bull ring were fabulous and I would stay again. Breakfast was an additional 17€ per person and it’s much more fun to head out to enjoy ‘tostada con tomate’ […]
Spanish Ajo Blanco – Almond & Garlic Gazpacho
Discover Ajo Blanco, Andalusia’s refreshing almond and garlic gazpacho. This traditional Spanish summer soup is simple to make and deliciously cooling. This style of chilled raw soup is totally energising on a hot day – especially when served alongside a copa of equally chilled Fino! Normally the word GAZPACHO refers to the well known tomato […]
Sherry: The Beginner’s Guide to One of Spain’s Greatest Wines
My Beginners Guide to Sherry If this article has sparked your curiosity about Sherry, why not come and experience it for yourself?Join me on my 4-night Jerez Culinary Capital 2026 Tour, starting 1 June, and discover the extraordinary food, wine and culture of this remarkable city. Click HERE to find out more. ‘What is Sherry? […]
Dia de Andalucia Meets Shrove Tuesday on a Plate
I am not a fan of pancakes. Whether they’re served warm with butter and jam or swimming in butter and Cointreau, they just never appeal. The thought of a crepe filled with chicken or prawns in a creamy sauce leaves me feeling cold. In fact, the only pancakes that I really do love are duck […]