Monthly Archives: March 2008
Venison Pie from Mettricks
Pies aren’t generally my thing. The thought of unidentifiable bits and bobs floating around in pastry-ecased liquid doesn’t really float my gravy boat. But I couldn’t resist trying this venison pie from my local butchers. Having been assured they only … Continue reading
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Dog and Partridge @ Flouch
The menu had promised a sweet saffron sauce but what arrived on the plate looked like custard, was the texture of custard and, whatever my head kept telling my mouth, tasted like custard.
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Seeking some truth on fast food calories
If you’re looking to lose weight, then the land of the large (perhaps that should be lard) may have something to offer at last. A nutrition book called “Eat This, Not That!” has become one of the hottest selling guides in US book stores.
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Pink fish? What did you cook for Easter?
People in the know claim pink is very fashionable right now – but I’m not sure whether this is what they had in mind.
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Lemongrass, ginger and coconut cake
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Salt ‘n’ Pepper @ Castlefield
How often is too often? Once in a meal? Twice? Three times a maybe? Being bombarded with requests for drinks orders can be just plain annoying and in Salt ‘n Pepper I’ve found a new winner in the hassle for drinks contest which seems to go on in so many Manchester restaurants.
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Hotpots fame spreads
It seems the fame of the Lancashire Hotpots is spreading. Channel M’s breakfast crew say they can’t wait until the unlikley hit band go on their show this week for a chat. They will be live on Wednesday at 8.45am. … Continue reading
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Lava up for sale
I strolled along to Castlefield looking for some ‘hot rocks’ action on Saturday night only to be faced with this for sale sign.
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If music’s the food of love, what’s chippy tea?
Comedy records aren’t much of a hit for me but I thought I’d allow this one a showing on the food blog for four reasons.
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Hot Cross Bun and Apricot Butter Pudding
Looking for something different for Easter? This take on traditional bread and butter pudding looks interesting. Sweet and spicy buns and apricots combined with creamy yogurt and milk.
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