HAPPY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!
December is always
dominated by thoughts of Christmas and planning for the big day. I have to say,
I love it! The big push for my students and I to the end of term was hectic and
a little stressful, but we have all made it. My glittery Santa hat and
Christmas earrings all got their annual outing in the final classes of 2013.
Now I’m enjoying
indulgent mince pie breakfasts and planning out the food for what will be a day
of hopeless food and drink hedonism.
Whatever you are
doing, I hope you have a wonderful Christmas.
This month's pictures are from XFm’s charity Winter Wonderland concert
at the Brixton Academy. We saw so many talented people, who all gave their time
to raise money for War Child.
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| Temples |
Blogs Worth Following:
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| Chvrches' Lauren Mayberry |
Recipes:
A British classic updated, ham hock, mint and peas used to make Pea and
Ham soup. http://metro.co.uk/2013/11/26/how-to-make-the-ultimate-pea-and-ham-soup-4201457/
Roasted aubergine with feta dressing, as served at
Yotam Ottolenghi's Nopi: http://editer.com/food-drink/ottolenghi/
Authentically Vietnamese grilled Salmon salad by Luke Nguyen (NB - need
to start 3 days ahead to pickle veggies and overnight marinading
required!!): http://www.selectormagazine.com.au/Food/Recipes/Spring/Char-grilled-salmon-salad
Dakos (or a bread and tomato salad you can make with Krisprolls): http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2013/oct/04/dakos-onepot-chicken-recipes-ottolenghi
Lamb stew with gremolata: http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/australia-food-blog/2013/sep/27/anna-gare-recipe-lamb-stew
Venison sausage and quinoa one pot supper: http://www.getmecooking.com/recipe/sausage-and-quinoa
Minced beef casserole for chilly Winter days by Lavender & Lovage's
Karen Burns Booth: http://www.getmecooking.com/recipe/harvest-festival-minced-beef-and-vegetable-casserole
For those of you suffering a cold, Leon's Coldbuster: http://emmamakesitup.blogspot.co.uk/2010/01/who-you-gonna-call.html
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| Miles Kane |
Lamb shank and herb stew, an Iranian recipe for cold Winter nights:
http://www.tasteofbeirut.com/2013/04/herbs-stew-khoresh-e-qormeh-sabzi/
Spatzle/Spaetzle is a kind of German pasta. Here is a cheesy bake made
with it, from Su-Lin of Tamarind and Thyme.
It isn't really Christmas without the Great British Mince Pie! http://metro.co.uk/2013/12/10/how-to-bake-the-ultimate-mince-pie-4224002/
Clam chowder - dairy & gluten free: http://www.getmecooking.com/recipe/gluten-and-dairy-free-clam-chowder
I really don't like Brussels sprouts. Apparently this is a recipe to
change my mind: Brussels sprouts, toasted hazelnuts and American-style candied
bacon. (Video recipe)
http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/video/2013/dec/12/christmas-brussels-sprouts-recipe-video
http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/video/2013/dec/12/christmas-brussels-sprouts-recipe-video
Another idea for a Christmas dinner side dish: http://flavoursomefeast.blogspot.co.uk/2013/12/whole-roast-cauliflower.html
Christmas dinner beyond Nut Roast. http://stylist.co.uk/life/recipes/25-alternatives-to-nut-roast-2-vegetarian-food
Articles/Know How:
We're Jamming! Jam making explained from start to finish: http://www.theguardian.com/science/blog/2013/oct/03/science-magic-jam-making
For anyone who wants something "medicinal" for Christmas, but
doesn't like beer or wine.
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| White Lies |
A very interesting selection of the best food books of the year - covers
baking, cooking, international flavours, veggie, vegan, food ethics, food &
travel, food history.
Red wines for Christmas/Holiday season: http://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/a201312111.html
Ideas for an alternative to the standard Christmas turkey dinner. http://metro.co.uk/2013/12/18/alternative-christmas-dinners-by-britains-top-food-bloggers-including-msmarmitelover-and-the-secret-larder-cook-4234309/
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| Justin Hayward-Young of The Vaccines |
Film:
Only God Forgives
Tyrannosaur
TV:
Educating Yorkshire At Christmas
Music:
Tori Amos - Midwinter Graces
Arcade Fire - Reflektor
Arctic Monkeys - AM
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