Bunny Chow
Bunny Chow is a South African dish that originated in Durban, which consists of a hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with curry (chicken/lamb/vegetables/beans). The bread…
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Recipes
Shared by our Dames
Malabar style prawn curry
Malabar-style prawn curry comes from the Malabar Coast in the southern Indian state ofKerala, known for its lush coconut groves and spice-rich cuisine. This dish…
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White Spelt Strawberry Shortcake Scones
Midway between cake and biscuit in texture, these rather special scones include strawberries that have been sliced and macerated in honey for several hours. Recipe…
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Tomato Jam
As we step into British tomato fortnight, Dame Jen Greenhalgh is on hand to share her recipe making the best of the British tom glut.Many…
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Victory Meat Loaf
As the country looks to commemorate VE Day 80, Dame Elisabeth Luard recalls the war time shortage of cakes and ale and shares a recipe…
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Tourte champagnoise
Dame Elisabeth Luard shares the perfect picnic dish for May Day, which marks the official opening of the agricultural year.The first of May marks the…
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ANZAC Biscuits
Dame Natalia Middleton shares her recipe for this sweet biscuits, popular in Australia and New Zealand and long associated with the ANZAC Corps established during…
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Pistachio & Cherry Financiers
Dame Elaine Mahon shares her recipe for a delicious pistachio financier with a cherry nested inside and pistachio crème diplomate. Perfect to celebrate St Patrick’s…
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Rhubarb, Stem Ginger and Custard pies
Dame Helen Collier, pastry chef and food writer, celebrates Pie Week 2025 with this luscious pairing of of rhubarb and stem ginger in a custard…
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Darina Allen’s White Soda Bread and Scones
Dame Darina Allen Soda breads are the traditional breads of our country. Making a loaf of soda bread is a simple life skill that everyone…
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Cottage cheese pancakes
Dame Jen GreenhalghA delicious twist on traditional pancakes, just in time for Pancake Day. Perfect for one meal or make the whole batch and keep…
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Daddy Howell’s Welsh cakes
Dame Kate Howell A proud Welsh member of our Chapter, Kate shares her Dad’s recipe for traditional Welsh Cakes ahead of St. David’s Day. Try…
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Passion Fruit Curd
Dame Cathy Sloman A little treat to tickle your fancy for Valentine’s day – what could be better than some passion fruit for your beloved…
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The Cranberry Margarita
Dame Jo Jacobius helps us get in the festive mood! My favourite Christmas cocktails include the French 75, Breakfast Martini, and this one, the Cranberry…
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Pear and Port cake
Dame Rosalind Rathouse celebrates the festive season with a moreish and Christmassy pear and port cake – a perfect centrepiece and something a little different…
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