A Saturday evening at Winsome Manchester, where seasonal British cooking, old-fashioned hospitality and an exceptionally good dessert make a persuasive case for a proper dinner out.
Creamy Golden Mushroom Chicken With Garlic, Thyme & Parmesan
Golden chicken breasts, deeply browned chestnut mushrooms and a silky Parmesan sauce enriched with white wine, garlic and thyme. A little Dijon keeps everything nicely balanced, while garlic-butter king oyster mushrooms make a rather splendid optional finishing touch.
Roasted Grapes & Whipped Goat’s Cheese with Honey, Balsamic & Walnuts
Grapes and cheese have always understood one another. Roast the grapes first, however, and things become considerably more interesting. Sweet, blistered grapes meet lemony whipped goat’s cheese, toasted walnuts and a glossy honey-balsamic dressing. A rather lovely Mediterranean-inspired starter, served with warm sourdough.
French Onion & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists
Buttery, golden puff pastry twists filled with slowly caramelised onions, mature Cheddar, Dijon mustard and fresh thyme. Finished with Parmesan, these crisp, savoury twists are made for entertaining and perfect for preparing ahead.
Sunday Lunch at The Blind Bull: A Delightful Peak District Reward
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Cloud 23 Manchester Review: Drinks Above the City
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Burrata with Cheat’s Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Pistachio Pesto Crumb
Slow-roasted tomatoes, creamy burrata and homemade pistachio pesto, finished with a golden basil, lemon and pistachio crumb. A Mediterranean-inspired dish that turns a handful of simple ingredients into something rather special.
A Mediterranean Christmas Table, Made for Long Lunches
A Christmas table dressed for lingering. Think natural linen, olive branches, beautiful Italian glassware, candlelight and thoughtful details worth bringing out long after December.
Caravan Manchester: Not Your Average Sunday Brunch
A Sunday brunch at Caravan Manchester, with Korean-style fried chicken, generous plates of smoked salmon and eggs, excellent espresso and a few small reservations. My verdict: 7.5/10.
Savoy Grill Pre-Theatre Menu Review: Dinner Before the Curtain
A girlsā weekend in London, dinner at the iconic Savoy Grill and tickets to Moulin Rouge! From exceptional cooking to Art Deco glamour, hereās my Savoy Grill pre-theatre menu review and whether the experience lived up to its reputation.
