Strawberry and tomato gaspacho with pistachio oil
Pistachio oil brings an extra touch of originality to strawberry and tomato gaspacho, which I came across at Le Mirazur’s new tapas-style bar and couldn’t wait to recreate.
Entries by Rosa Jackson
Perfume
Considering the the importance we attribute to aromas in wine, it’s funny that leaning over and sniffing your plate in a restaurant is still not considered the height of politeness.
A strawberry and cream birthday cake
Never answer the phone when you’re cooking. This rule can save a lot of heartache, such as the sight of Sam’s comically deflated birthday cake a few minutes after I pulled it out of the oven.
Les petits farcis
What I love about these little stuffed vegetables, known affectionately as “les farcis” (“the stuffed”) in Nice, is how they reflect the personality of each cook.
Ravioli with avocado sauce vierge
When I first came across this dish at the Château de la Chèvre d’Or, I thought it was sheer madness. Then I tasted it and decided otherwise.
Strawberry tiramisù
I first spotted this summery variation on classic tiramisù at the bakery Bread & Roses in Paris, and had been wanting to recreate their recipe for months.
Fava bean gnocchi
I’ve had some disasters in the past with non-potato gnocchi. Still, the knowledge that gnocchi and fèves are Sam’s two favorite foods in the world – after chocolate, of course – gave me the incentive to try my luck.