Packed lunch ideas from Simply Food by Mandy
Simply Food by Mandy has created some fab ideas for healthy packed lunch ideas. A few years ago I pulled something together for a friend, who wanted a few suggestions other than sandwiches. Here is what I sent her and I thought it was worth sharing with you. It’s basically a mix and match formula […]
Warm Quinoa and Halloumi Salad
𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗡𝗢𝗔 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗨𝗠𝗜 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗗 The Health Boost Salads can be enjoyed throughout the year this is The Health Boost’s warm quinoa and haloumi salad. You can either cook the quinoa for lunch, use leftovers and heat them up or use a pouch of cooked quinoa and heat them up. The ones from Merchant Gourmet […]
Roast Salmon with Chilli and Herbs, served on a Summer Vegetable, Feta & Lentil Salad
Thank you Simply Food by Mandy for this summer salad packed full of goodies, then finished of beautifully with the roasted salmon. Adding a small amount of the dressing before cooking creates flavour and keeps the fish deliciously moist. Ingredients: ⠀ Serves 2 as a main course 4 as a side salad 2 salmon fillets […]
Where to go for a spot of al fresco dining
We’re spoilt for choice when it comes to our local pubs, restaurants and cafes that boast outside space. Here’s a list of some of our favourite local establishments offering outside dining – perfect for this hot weather we’re having! Pubs: The George & Dragon, Chipstead The Bricklayers Rose & Crown, Dunton Green Halfway House White […]
Quinoa, Beetroot and Feta Salad
Recipe from Charlotte at The Needy Greedy. Serves 4 as a generous side 200g Quinoa 1 bunch beetroot topped and tailed, and cut into wedges. I don’t bother peeling. Chili flakes, sea salt, olive oil Juice of a lemon 1/2 – 1 pack of @arlaapetina feta cubes- drained Peashoots, or rocket, 1 tbsp Fresh chopped parsley Handful […]
Burrata Salad, with Griddled Nectarines & Herby Dressing
Simply Food by Mandy shares this delicious summer salad with us. You can sear the nectarines on the bbq, pan fry them or griddle them, whichever way, they’ll be delicious. The herby dressing is amazing and so worth making a batch for the fridge, which should keep for 3 days and is delicious with so […]
Spring salad of Roasted Radishes, Jersey Royals and Asparagus with Parmesan & Lemon dressing
Pretty Edible Stylist shares her Spring time bowl: Roasted Radishes, Jersey Royals and Asparagus with Lemon, Parmesan & Mint dressing. I like to serve this when the potatoes and radishes are still a little warm as I’m a great lover of hot and cold together. If you wish, you can make ahead and place in […]
Nutritious lunch idea – takes 60 seconds to prepare!
Ingredients:Mozzarella (or feta/halloumi/chicken etc)Merchant Gourmet mixed grainsTomatoRocketCucumberBlack OlivesRoasted veg leftovers (I had parsnip)Handful of nutsHandful mixed seedsExtra virgin olive oilBalsamic drizzle Chop all the salad ingredients (add whatever you have in the fridge), layer your bowl with rocket, followed by 1/2 pack of grains, vegetables, olives, mozzarella, sprinkle with nuts and seeds, EVO & balsamic […]
The Parent Club at Pret Sevenoaks
Pret Sevenoaks, love being part of your family’s weekly routine. That’s why they created The Parents Club! If you pop in with your child on a Monday before 10:30 AM you can enjoy a free barista-made coffee for you and a free babyccino for your child whilst they are entertained with their Food Art activities. […]
Haddock, Leek & Tender Stem Tart – Anna’s Family Kitchen
As with most of my recipes, this can be adapted with whatever you have in the fridge or fancy. Salmon (either fresh or smoked) could replace the haddock; you could use asparagus or spinach in place of the broccoli; or you could use shortcrust pastry. I just like puff. Enjoy! Serves: 6 Prep: 10 minutes […]
Pimp your salad!
Anna’s Family Kitchen shows us how to pimp a humble salad! Green Salad. I’m not adverse to some leaves and cucumber slices on the side of my plate but this green salad is a little more exciting! Rummage through your fridge drawer and freezer and pull out anything green – asparagus, broccoli, green beans, edamame […]
Roasted Pumpkin Soup
Here’s is a lovely recipe for the month of October and possibly a fun activity during half term from Simply Food by Mandy. She suggests serving the soup in a pumpkin, as not only does it look amazing, but it also adds flavour to any squash based dish. Her recipe would work well with butternut […]
Smokey & Sticky Bourbon Barbecued Pork Ribs
A great BBQ recipe for the weeks ahead from Anna’s Family Kitchen. INGREDIENTS for the ribs (serves 4):- 2 x 600g pork rib racks 200ml apple juice 200ml water 50ml Keepr’s Smoked Honey Bourbon 1 onion quartered 3 bay leaves For the barbecue sauce:- 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion finely chopped 2 garlic cloves […]
Vegetable Crêpes Lasagne
Andi, the_intuitive_cook shares with us her delicious vegetarian recipe for National Vegetarian Week. We’re certainly going to give it a try… it looks delicious! My kids will eat anything that involves the word pancake and this Crepes Vegetable Lasagne is packed full with greens perfect for vegetarian week. The crêpes recipe is a secret […]
Tuna Fish Cakes with Quick Tartare Sauce
Simply Food by Mandy shares this simple tuna fishcake recipe. These lovely fish cakes were made after a telephone call with my mum. She’s a brilliant home cook and she was telling me how she made these using mainly store cupboard ingredients rather than take an unnecessary trip to the shops. They are a perfect […]
Spiced kohlrabi hash with harissa, red cabbage and egg
A beautiful, healthy recipe shared by Vinita from Cravings and Cauliflowers. This is a simple, quick and incredibly delicious breakfast or brunch skillet dish using a variety of nutrient-dense and delicious foods. Here I’ve used kohlrabi instead of potato to create a lovely hash but if you can’t find kohlrabi then turnips would work brilliantly […]
Spinach, Feta & Olive Omelette
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Butter 1 1/2 cups Baby Spinach 2 Eggs Sea salt & Black pepper 2 tbsp pitted Kalamata Olives 2 tbsp Feta cheese (crumbled) 2 tbsp Parsley (optional, finely chopped) Method: 1. In a non stick frying pan over a medium heat, add half the butter. Once melted, add […]
How to spend your Mother’s Day
Give the gift of: Afternoon Tea at Bill’s in Sevenoaks – you can purchase an Afternoon Tea for two experience for £39.95 which is redeemable from Monday 23 March and must be pre-booked. A season ticket to Riverhill Himalayan Gardens which reopens on 18 March until 1 November. Check out our competition for a chance […]
Squash, feta, spinach and pea frittata
Anna’s Family Kitchen shares a delicious frittata recipe perfect for a light supper. Served hot or cold, the humble frittata is a quick and healthy midweek meal plus leftovers can be used for lunch the next day. I made this for the @wealdentimes leftovers food feature. The mini versions of this Frittata are my go […]
Halloumi Fries with Lemon Zest, Mint and Yoghurt Dressing
At Dad’s Table is on a mission to overhaul the way we see food during pregnancy and early parenthood. Recipes are healthy, quick to make and most importantly taste good no matter who is sharing your table. Did you know that halloumi is one of the best cheeses around to eat? It contains as much […]