A Martini with Danish Smørrebrød
Some colourful inspiration from Danish cuisine Continue reading A Martini with Danish Smørrebrød
Category: Martini Food
Steam-fried Edamame
I normally keep my edamame simple. I like them boiled and salted as a healthy accompaniment to drinks. However, this charming book by Wataru Yokota has provided a reliable, easy and exceptionally tasty recipe which I’ve also served with martinis. The Real Japanese Izakaya Cookbook has a range of simple recipes with beautiful photography for making very tasty drinking food. Izakaya are Japanese drinking dens … Continue reading Steam-fried Edamame
Crab Roe Flavoured Broadbeans
This is another episode of “what intriguing martini snacks can we find in the Chinese Supermarket?” All credit to Longdan on the Walworth Road in South London for regularly mixing up their offerings to keep us delighted with new mouth sensations. As soon as I saw this one, I knew I had to try it. I love most forms of roe but am also aware … Continue reading Crab Roe Flavoured Broadbeans
Scottish Onigiri
Japanese onigiri using Scottish smoked salmon Continue reading Scottish Onigiri
Pinzimonio
This is an Italian appetiser that goes very nicely with a martini. It’s essentially just fresh vegetables dipped in olive oil. Continue reading Pinzimonio
Bacon Asparagus Skewers
A delicious Japanese yakitori appetiser that goes perfectly with a martini Continue reading Bacon Asparagus Skewers
A Pickled Walnut Martini
Black pickled walnuts are a beautiful addition to a martini. Continue reading A Pickled Walnut Martini
Middle Eastern Popcorn
This is an easy popcorn recipe using flavours synonymous with the Middle East. Continue reading Middle Eastern Popcorn
Crunchy Salmon Skin in the Air Fryer
This is one of the most popular recipes on my site. I’ve got two versions, the original air fryer one, plus my new go-to version which I do in the pan. Both turn out with good results, and obviously both go very well with a nice, cold martini! A lot of people don’t eat fish skin – and I get it. It’s a completely different … Continue reading Crunchy Salmon Skin in the Air Fryer
A Martini with Blackberries
This is a serving for Autumn, or Fall, depending on your culture. Summer has officially ended in the Northern Hemisphere. As the leaves change colour and warm weather fades, a new crop of natural goodness appears from the land. Blackberries have come into season and they are widely available in producing regions. There is something whimsical about marking the passage of time and seasonal produce … Continue reading A Martini with Blackberries
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