The magic of Christmas
Hoisin duck bites
15 4 These hoisin duck bites make a quick appetiser reminiscent of the flavour of Peking duck. Cucumber slices and spring onion balance the richness and make these little bites taste delicious. Ingredients 100g shredded cooked aromatic duck 50g hoisin... more
Duck with cherry and butterbean mash
30 20 4 Another great alternative to the traditional Christmas turkey is duck. This duck breast served with a butter bean mash, toasted macadamias and a rich duck stock with griottine cherries is sure to win over your guests. Prep time 30 minutes... more
Pigeon with ganache
20 35 2 The creamy ganache perfectly compliments the succulent pigeon breast. Here we've chosen to serve our dish with turnips, brussel sprouts and figs. Prep time 20 minutes | Cook time 35 minutes | Serves 2 Ingredients 4 pigeon breasts... more
Salmon and chive
25 8 4 A lovely light dish that combines the delicious flavours of salmon, chive and lemon. Prep time 25 minutes | Cook time 8 minutes | Serves 4 Ingredients 800g Salmon fillet 1 lemon Method Shallow fry the salmon in a little olive oil until the... more
Suckling pig, red cabbage and mulled cider
30 90 4 Add variety to your Christmas menu with this pork dish, which is packed with delicious winter flavours. Prep time 30 minutes | Cook time 1 hour 30 minutes | Serves 4 Ingredients 1 pork loin rack Method Trim the cutlets so each has a double... more
Chocolate steak tortilla
360 5 2 Chocolate is usually associated with desserts and sweet treats, but this recipe shows how it can also compliment a savoury steak dish. Prep time 6hrs | Cook time 5 minutes | Serves 2 Ingredients 500g Sirloin steak Pinch of... more
Five minutes with Paul Wayne Gregory
Paul is an award-winning Pastry Chef and Chocolatier with over 25 years’ experience in the industry. How have you spent your time during lockdown and what have you learnt about yourself? I’ve been restructuring my company to try to fit in... more
Gelato trends for 2021
We asked Henley Bridge customer Bruno Forte, owner of Swoon Gelato, to share his passion and insight for gelato, along with his trend predictions for 2021... Originating in Italy, where it feels like there’s a gelataria on every street corner,... more
Perfecting plant-based this Christmas
by Matt Turner of the Vegan Society Whether it be for your extended family at home or an entire restaurant over the Christmas period, it is becoming increasingly more likely that you will have to cater to the growing number of vegans in... more
Decadence defined - giving your chocolate a USP
by Samantha Rain, Henley Bridge Development Chef As chocolatiers we are constantly hunting for the next big thing and striving to up our game. With people likely to be spending more time at home this Christmas, luxury chocolates provide a... more
How to work the Christmas magic - cool cost savings and hot profits
by Steve Williams, Freelance Development Chef Where has this year gone? One minute it was full of daffodils on the way to work and the next minute we have to plan for turkey and crackers! One thing is for sure and that is the appetite for food... more
Turkey with cranberry bubbles
780 30 Surprise your guests this festive season and change up your traditional Christmas dinner by introducing some amazing flavours and textures. Prep time 12 hours plus 1 hour | Cook time 30 minutes Ingredients Turkey crown supreme 200g Method... more