Garlic Dip and Garlic chutney

I had bought a lot of fresh garlic and I was looking new recipes and new ways of using it.  Someone mentioned a traditional Lebanese recipe for Toum.  Toum  can be used as a sauce Read More …

Mango Chili Sandwich Spread Dip

I love having all sorts of condiments with my meals and if I haven’t managed to make any, I get the ready made hot and spicy mango chutney from Waitrose.   I like to make  various Read More …

Gunda Pickle – Cordia obliqua or clammy berries pickle (Gunda Keri nu Athanu) Cheat Recipe

I lived and worked in London for  years and took all its beauty, history and novelty for granted.  I feel that now is the time to share with you some of London’s unusual attractions.  As Read More …

Tomato, Mango and Kenyan Chilies Relish

I am sure you all have small amounts of fruit and vegetables leftover at the weekend and you wonder what to do with them as you replenish your fridge with freshly bought shopping.  A lot Read More …

Apple Chundo (Fiery Hot Apple Preserve)

Raw mango chundo is a popular condiment used with Indian meals.  It’s usually hot as well as sweet and sour and adds flavour to any curry.  It’s great to use as a sandwich filling too Read More …