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New Regional Wine & Cheese Menu at Theo Randall at the Intercontinental

Posted on 2014-03-23 by tikichris

Allow me to commence this rave by saying that Theo Randall’s Head Sommelier, Yuri Gualeni, is a frickin’ genius and Chef Randall is a very wise man indeed to let Gualeni do his thing. Case in point: the young sommelier’s new wine and cheese pairing that’s been “designed to be a journey through Italy’s terroir and traditions.” I tried it last night and loved every moment. Priced from £24 per person – and tailored to guest preferences – the menu includes four Italian wines paired with four regional cheeses. Continue reading →

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Recipe: Gorgonzola Meatball Sub with Creamy Dill Sauce and Balsamic Honey Vinaigrette

Posted on 2013-12-17 by tikichris

Here’s a recipe for a Gorgonzola meatball sub guaranteed to leave a mess and satisfy appetites of any proportion. Enjoy. Continue reading →

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Check Out Spianata & Co for a Tasty Lunch with Roman Style

Posted on 2013-09-16 by tikichris

Last week I had a fantastic lunch at Spianata & Co. The Roman bakery and paninoteca has been in London for a number of years, but I’m just now getting wise to its tasty range of freshly made sandwiches, pizza rossa and more. Continue reading →

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Recipe: Buffalo Nut Quesadillas

Posted on 2013-03-19 by tikichris

My vegetarian Buffalo nut quesadillas are quick and easy to make and very tasty. The sort of vegetarianism applied in this recipes comes more from me being a lazy cheapskate than from any ethical or health-related concerns. The aim (which I think I achieved) was maximum flavour through minimum effort. That said, the dish is meat free and features a few superfood ingredients which are very nutritious. Continue reading →