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My relationship with aubergines is nothing short of a full-blown love affair. They are a complete textural delight and are the most incredible sponge for flavour. I adore this dish – it makes an incredible vegetarian main course or starter. The combination of aubergine, sweet pomegranate molasses and chilli heat is so pleasing against the flaky butter-enriched puff pastry. SERVES 4 […]
Ever wonder why many of our plans fail? Well, aside from setting unrealistic goals, the common mistake many of us make is failing to prepare. With Ramadhan being a month filled with significance, joy, hardship and rectification, it’s befitting that we prepare ourselves in as many ways as possible. Preparing mentally, physically and spiritually will […]
Handcrafted biscuit and bake specialist, Honeywell Biscuit Co. have launched a dedicated Ramadan and Eid biscuit collection, baking and decorating kits to celebrate the occasion. The stunning Henna Inspired Biscuit Gift Set (£28.00) are made up of seven brightly colourful personalised biscuits baked using local ingredients. The biscuit set can also be personalised to include […]
Ingredients 400g can chickpeas, drained 80ml extra virgin olive oil 1-2 fat garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 1 lemon, juiced then ½ zested 3 tbsp tahini Mixed crudités and toasted pitta bread, to serve (optional) Method STEP 1 Thoroughly rinse the chickpeas in a colander under cold running water. Tip into the large bowl of a food processor along with 60ml of the oil and blitz until […]
You will need: • 1 large aubergine, cut into 2cm cubes (i removed the skin but you can leave the skin on if you prefer) • 1 can chickpeas, drained • 1 medium onion diced • 3 cloves of garlic, chopped • 2 green chillies roughly chopped • 1 tbsp oil • 1 tsp salt […]
You will need: 1kg chicken wings/niblets3 tbsp dark soy sauce2 rounded tbsp dark brown sugar1 rounded tsp minced ginger1/2 tsp minced garlic1 tsp corn flour For garnishing:Spring onions, finely slicedSesame seeds Method: 1. Add all of the ingredients to a mixing bowl along with the chicken wings. Note, if you replace the dark soy sauce […]