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Feel Good Raspberry Punch

SO you have invited half the world to your forthcoming barbecue and want to offer something a little more sophisticated than cans of beer and a box of wine! Read more…

Red onion, thyme and goat’s cheese tart

THIS is a delicious vegetarian-style dish that is packed with lots of flavour thanks to the red onions, thyme and lemony goat’s cheese, served on a base of crispy puff pastry with a little salad. Read more…

JBS’s Creme Brulee

NOW, correct me if I’m wrong, but doesn’t everyone think that THEIR crème brulee recipe is the best on the block? Read more…

Roast fillet of British beef

THERE’S nothing quite so delicious as a piece of succulent beef. Read more…

Lavender and fig melange

THIS little dessert is great to make in advance and store in one of those superb little Le Parfait jars (they cost peanuts), because you can seal the lids and pop them in the fridge until you are good to go Read more…

Spiced chicken breast with peppers, couscous and chargrilled aparagus

THIS is a great spring dish which we often serve at the City of Manchester Stadium Ladies’ Luncheons. Read more…

Ingenious tomato and rosemary broth

THIS dish came about at the end of one summer when I had a huge surplus of ripe and fragrant red tomatoes and I wanted to capture their clean flavour. Read more…

Fillet of seabass with sauce vierge and spring onion mash

THIS is a great dish for lunchtime as it is tasty and satisfying without being too filling. In fact, it’s a popular favourite at the City of Manchester Stadium’s Ladies Luncheon. Read more…

Liquorice pannacotta, frozen berries and a sabayon swirl

I STARTED to explore liquorice as an ingredient about five years ago after having been invited to be a judge at the Pontefract Liquorice Festival. Read more…

The Three Bears

THIS has got to be one of my favourite recipes, which really hits home when it comes to the flavours. Hence the name, The Three Bears – with daddy, mummy and baby flavours all in the one dish. Read more…

Dark chocolate and cherry torte

COCKTAILS and dreamy desserts make for a delicious pairing and a great way to end a meal – they also come together to conclude this series of recipes from the Grill on the Alley. Read more…

Chargrilled lamb with minted pea and barley risotto

AT this time of year you’ll find spring lamb on the menu; served with a light, fresh tasting barley and minted pea “risotto”. Read more…

Yellow fish curry

YELLOW curry is usually milder, richer and creamier than red or green varieties. Read more…

Mussels in coconut and chilli sauce

SUPPER is defined in some English dialects as “dinner eaten at night” or as “a drinker – one who sups.” Read more…

Spiced tomato consommé

CONSOMMÉ is a classic clear broth: rich and intensely flavoured, it may be simple in appearance but it actually employs one or two culinary techniques that may be new to you. Read more…

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Charlie Williams wrote: 4 days 22 hours ago

I ordered the initial introduction offer from Molly, and I must admit there wasn't a single bottle I would call average. It was 12 bottles of the best wine I have ever tasted, and I am now hooked. Can't wait to see what wines they are showing at their wine tasting on Wednesday in Hale Village.

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Guilermo Hermida wrote:

Guilermo (Papa) Hermida is head chef at cool cult eaterie Bem Brasil on King Street in the Manchester city centre. Here is the first of his 10 recipes showcasing Brazilian cuisine. Fittingly, it's the national dish - Feiojada. To reserve a table at Bam Brasil ring 0161 839 2525 or follow link right