Mulled Cider
I first enjoyed this tipple on a cold Canadian evening in the town of Whitehorse in the Yukon in 2013. We were on a trip to hopefully sight the Northern Lights. Some friends of friends who lived in town had picked us up from the airport and entertained us for the evening. Dinner included reindeer, bison and caribou sausages, red eyes (beer and clamato juice) and mulled cider. Every winter since has seen me pull out this recipe with much delight.
Miso Peanut Biscuits
I had to share this recipe if only to try convince people how delicious these are. One taste and you’ll be an immediate convert. Earthy, peanutty perfection.
Practically Panforte
Another recipe generously shared with me from my front of house hospo days. Again, this is a naturally gluten free recipe. If you prefer you can swap out the liquor for more orange juice/honey mix instead.
Fabulous Florentines
This fabulous florentine recipe was shared with me by a pastry chef I once worked with. I’ve had to scale down the quantities as it truly was a commercial sized recipe.
Spiced Apple & Walnut Loaf
I’m realising that most of my sweet baking recipes skew towards the monastic. There’s no perceived virtue in this, just where my tastes naturally land.
Roast Pumpkin w/ Spiced Nuts
Not a pumpkin lover? You might be after this.
Did you know you can eat the skin of some pumpkins?
Spiced Nuts
These spiced nuts are delicious with a beer or a gin and tonic. They are also great tossed through salads or anywhere you need some flavour and crunch.