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Stir-up Sunday: Christmas Cakes and Christmas Puddings.

Traditionally the last Sunday before Advent, Stir-up Sunday is a family occasion that´s great to get the kids involved with. Literally, on Stir-Up Sunday, you stir up all the fruit, peel and goodness needed to make scrummy Christmas Cakes and C... Read more


National Curry Book for National Curry Week (23 - 29 November)

To celebrate National Curry Week and MyDish’s first year in Brick Lane - the UK’s curry capital -  we have compiled a special Curry Cookbook to include many of Brick Lane’s curry masters most cherished recipes.The collection of... Read more


Get ready for Christmas: Some great ideas of meals that can be frozen for Christmas!

Now it is the perfect time to start preparing your Christmas favourites!We’ve picked out several Christmas recipes to cook and freeze now for a stress-free Christmas.Plan your menus and be organised! Prepare easy freezer meals for busy December... Read more


Christmas starts here: Christmas Cakes and Mince Pies

 December’s here. It’s time to start thinking about Christmas. It might seem early but it’s the perfect time to get going on those festive preparations. In particular, now is when you can bake your Christmas cake and prepare th... Read more


Jonathan Ansell shares a perfect comfort food recipe

With Autum well on the way, we´re switching from salads to hearty, warming foods. And Jonathan Ansell has a great story attached to his favourite comfort recipe.. "I love all sorts of food and enjoy eating in as well as going out to restau... Read more


A Dish with a Real Love Story

We´ve got another great story to share, this week we have Pippin."My mother, a lifelong vegetarian regularly put her cheese and tomato quiche on the menu from the early 60s when quiches became a fashionable addition to a housewife´s ... Read more


Magical Meal from Merlin

If Merlin ever needs a quick pick me up, he heads straight from the fishmongers!   "I love recreating my Gran´s famous fish dish that she cooks on the bbq. She uses Seabass or mullet, whichever is available. It´s a really s... Read more


EllaBell's on a secret mission...

To get her children to eat more vegetables. Here she tells us all about her cunning plan!.... "Like most parents, I am always trying to ensure to my children eat enough fruit and veg. To be honest, they love fruit, so no worries there. But my ... Read more


One for the Kids..

  Couteaux top tip for the summer holidays - make a fun pizza with your children. "They can really get involved!”  "I love making this with my children. It´s a great way to get them in the kitchen and they really enjoy... Read more


Hot and Spicy - Ren´s Kitchen

Another great story..This is how Ren found her kitchen. My friends and family have always asked me for Indian recipes and tips on cooking and have even come over to my house for cooking lessons. I soon realised that the combination of cooking and tea... Read more


Top Story - Paola´s Tiramisu

Some of the best stories as added by you - this week Brooky is in the hot seat!When I was younger I had an Italian Au-pair called Paola - she was always making delicous food with her French chef boyfriend. When she left she gave my mother a cook book... Read more


Peas in a Pod

Peas are tender and delicate in early summer. To retain their nutrition and deliciously sweet crunch, eat them as fresh as possible and never overcook.  Fresh peas are such a treat compared to frozen ones, so whether you are making mushy peas t... Read more


B is for..

As Broad as a BeanPlump little broad beans are delicious hot or cold, and not only do they add taste and flavour to dishes but they also add vibrant colour to any summer salad.  This wonderful hard little bean offers such a robust flavour and is... Read more


Summer is Here....

Whatever the weather outside, we’ve all got to start thinking about getting ready for the summer season. No more hiding behind baggy tops and oversized jackets. Look and feel your best by following our simple Get Ready for Summer Guide. 1.... Read more


From Russia With Love..

Traditional Russian recipes include some of the most famous dishes in the world. Think beef stroganoff served with boiled potatoes and cabbage or blinis topped with caviar or filled with mincemeat and of course borsht served hot or cold with sour cr... Read more


A is For......

Globe artichokes are easy to cook and fun to eat. The most common way of cooking a globe artichoke is to remove the stalk and any rough outer leaves and boil it vigorously for 30-40 minutes or, until a leaf comes away easily. When the art... Read more


Lamb It Up....

Lamb recipes are so versatile. Whether you like your lamb grilled, roasted, slow-cooked or stewed there is a lamb dish to suit every occasion and taste. Choose from a winter warming lamb casserole or a summer bar-b-q lamb kebab Of course the best s... Read more


Going Japanese

Greenery Day, or “Midori no hi” in Japanese is observed on April 29th and forms part of what is known as Golden Week. Quite literally it is a celebration of nature and many of Japan’s parks and green spaces hold some kind of event a... Read more


Help Oakhaven Make Their Cookbook Brilliant

Oakhaven needs your tastiest recipes. The New Forest hospice has teamed up with Mydish to create a fund-raising cookbook. It’s fun, it´s easy and everyone can take part. All you have to do is visit the Oakhaven Group page on Mydish a... Read more