Tag Archives: cucumber

Fattoush Salad, Hummus, and the unexpected risks of trapeezing

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Kate

Too hot to walk quickly through the muggy Manhattan weather, I strolled along behind a couple of girls and listened to them chatting.

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The Monday Treat – Chicken with Tzatziki

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Kate

Summer in New York brings with it a mass weekend exodus to the beach. I’m not much of a beach person really, and I enjoy my weekends in the city – markets, visiting the latest ice cream truck, walking in … Continue reading →

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This dinner will get you laid – Arabian Nights Salads, if you’re feeling hot

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Kate

Just when we though it couldn’t be getting any hotter: 100 degrees. 100 degrees? That’s just not reasonable. People are shaving their dogs.

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5 Favorite Picnic Salads

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Kate

Heavily into picnic mode, Jon and I went for a walk on the High Line – not some kind of strange circus stunt, but rather a modern park elevated on disused railway tracks above the city, meandering through the buildings … Continue reading →

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The Wednesday Tipple – Cucumber Collins and Raita

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Kate

Back in New York and back on the balcony where there are now distinct winners, notably the peas and the herbs, and losers – yes, you, strawberries and asparagus and cucumbers. I have no idea why. What can I tell … Continue reading →

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The Wednesday Tipple – London Ice Tea and Cucumber Sandwiches

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Kate

  Back in London, back to beautiful spring weather – suck it New York – and back to proper tea. I hadn’t realized the extent to which I had gone native in America. Starting the day with a latte, picking … Continue reading →

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Royal Wedding Breakfast / Afternoon Tea ideas

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Kate

Royal Wedding Breakfast Eggs en cocotte with boiled asparagus soldiers for dipping Lemon scones / Blueberry lemon scones Fresh berries Cups of tea / Glasses of freshly squeezed orange mimosas     Royal Wedding Afternoon Tea Smoked salmon on cucumber … Continue reading →

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Roast duck and pancakes

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Kate

Duck pancakes are an off beat romantic meal – any finger food gets extra points in my opinion – and they start the New Year on a luxuriant culinary high note. Consider starting the meal with Pomelo Seabreezes, or lychee martinis and finish … Continue reading →

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This Dinner Will Get You Laid – A Full On Cocktail Party

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Kate

There can be few occasions sexier than a cocktail party; little black dresses, sparkly earrings, high heels safe in the knowledge that not a lot of walking will be required, too much champagne …

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The Wednesday Tipple – Planning a cocktail party – salmon canapés and a gin martini

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Kate

The Oscars are approaching, which is a great excuse to throw a formal get out the best glasses cocktail party. I love to get dressed up, buy in vats of ice, and prink about in the kitchen with some canapé … Continue reading →

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