Author Archives: edibletcetera

About edibletcetera

I'm passionate about food; I cook, photograph, eat...then writes about it in that order. I'm also an occasional restaurant critic and caterer; a former newspaper columnist; author; social media/marketing communications; world traveler; dog lover; skier...and wit, (according to those who know me).

Recipe: Lavender Lemon Curd

Posted on March 14, 2015 by edibletcetera

Lemon curd makes me think of sunny spring days and this combination of lemons and dried lavender blossoms creates a headily fragrant spread so buttery, so citrussy and rich tasting that you’ll want to spread it onto everything. I recommend … Continue reading →

Recipe: Chocolate

Posted on March 6, 2015 by edibletcetera

Yes, a recipe for making chocolate; not chocolate cake, chocolate truffles, cookies or ice cream but the crisp, dark, stuff that you use to make those things with (although this chocolate is so good that you’ll want to eat it … Continue reading →

Posted in Cookies & Edible Gifts, Desserts, Gluten Free Desserts | 2 Comments

Recipe – Roast Potatoes & Mushrooms

Posted on February 27, 2015 by edibletcetera

A heavenly combination of two very earthy ingredients that’s a perfect accompaniment to roast meats, game, poultry, ham, cod, salmon – or anything needing a robust, mushroom-flavored side dish. You could add crispy smoked bacon or prosciutto to it and … Continue reading →

Posted in Vegan, Vegetables / Vegetarian | 7 Comments

Recipe – Easy Catalan Baked Fish

Posted on February 21, 2015 by edibletcetera

Looking for something substantial and delicious that you can put together in under 30 minutes? This is an old favorite and a lovely way to serve fish such as halibut or cod. ‘Catalan’ refers to Catalonia, a region of northeastern … Continue reading →

Posted in Fish & Seafood, Made in Under 30 mins | 2 Comments

Recipe: Sicilian Clementine Almond Cake

Posted on February 14, 2015 by edibletcetera

This is one of those miraculous gluten and dairy-free cakes that is so incredibly moist, your fork will make a slight squelch as you dig in. It also tastes even better on days two, 3 and four but frankly I’d … Continue reading →

Posted in Desserts, Gluten Free Desserts | 5 Comments

Recipe: Crispy Indian Spiced Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans)

Posted on February 7, 2015 by edibletcetera

Canned chickpeas, tossed in a little oil with spices and sea-salt then roasted until crispy, make a delicious healthy snack. Perfect for nibbling on, eat them just as they are – or take them out of the oven after 20 … Continue reading →

Posted in Indian & Asian Cuisine, Made in Under 30 mins, Salads & Appetizers, Vegan, Vegetables / Vegetarian | 2 Comments

Recipe: Black Rice & Walnut Salad with an Orange Balsamic Dressing

Posted on January 31, 2015 by edibletcetera

Black rice isn’t really black, it’s purple and it turns everything it comes into contact with purple too (you might want to check your smile after eating), so brighten it up a bit with some leafy greens and/or fresh fruit … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Indian Spiced Baked Chicken

Posted on January 24, 2015 by edibletcetera

I adapted this from a Madhur Jaffrey recipe where she bakes a whole chicken in a sealed parcel. Instead, I used bone-in chicken quarters and once they were cooked I pulled all the meat off the bone, making it easier … Continue reading →

Posted in Indian & Asian Cuisine, Poultry | 6 Comments

Recipe: Pissaladière (Caramelized Onion Tart with Anchovies and Black Olives)

Posted on January 17, 2015 by edibletcetera

Originating from the South of France, this classic onion tart has evolved into many versions – some with or without garlic, sugar, vinegar or herbs. Traditionally the crust is made from a thick pizza-like dough and I’ve seen in served … Continue reading →

Posted in Fish & Seafood, Salads & Appetizers, Vegetables / Vegetarian | 4 Comments

Recipe: Nigel Slater’s Chicken Skin Popcorn

Posted on January 10, 2015 by edibletcetera

I’ve never been much of a popcorn fan. Even without that bright yellow fake butter poured over it, it’s still suspiciously sweet for my taste and those bags of sugar coated stuff don’t do it for me at all. However, … Continue reading →

Posted in Made in Under 30 mins, Poultry, Salads & Appetizers | 6 Comments