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Game Stock
Brown game pieces, sweat vegetables, reduce red wine by half. Add water, boil, skim, and simmer with spices and herbs for 2.5 hours. Strain, season.
Spicy Asian Beef in Lettuce Cups
Lemongrass, ginger, and soy marinated beef served in lettuce leaves with glass noodles, carrot, and toasted sesame seeds.
Onion Bhajis, Tarka Dhal and Almond Rice
A fragrant vegetarian meal featuring crispy onion bhajis, protein-rich spiced split pea dhal, and buttery almond-infused basmati rice.
Roasted Breast and Confit Leg of Spiced Anjou Squab
Marinated squab legs are confit in duck fat while breasts are spiced, roasted, and served with kale, ceps, and sauce.
Sweet and Sour Mushroom Stir Fry
A quick stir-fry featuring mushrooms, ginger, and garlic in a tangy sweet and sour sauce made with rice wine vinegar.
Beef and Ale Stew
A hearty, slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables, plum tomatoes, and pale ale, perfect with bread or mash.
Chicken Stir-Fried with Pak Choi
A quick chicken stir-fry featuring ginger, star anise, and fresh herbs with crunchy pak choi and wild mushrooms.
Gravad Lax with Sweet Mustard and Dill Sauce
Cured salmon fillets flavored with dill, sugar, and spices, served with a homemade sweet mustard and dill emulsion sauce.
Green Thai Kebabs and Pad Thai Noodles
Flavorful fish kebabs marinated in green curry and coconut milk served alongside stir-fried rice noodles with shallots and peanuts.
Mushroom Gratin
A savory layered vegetarian gratin featuring wild mushrooms, Gruyère cheese, and a rich custard baked in a bain-marie.
Seafood Laksa
A fragrant coconut-based seafood soup with monkfish, squid, prawns, and vermicelli noodles finished with fresh herbs and spring onions.
Pineapple, Prawn and Scallop Curry
A fragrant seafood curry blending sweet pineapple and coconut milk with a homemade Laotian curry paste and fresh salad.
Lamb Rogan Josh
A fresh, flavorful lamb curry made with homemade spice paste, simmered with aromatics and finished with creamy fat-free yoghurt.
Glazed Brisket Steaks with Broccoli Salad
Slow-cooked, pressed brisket steaks grilled with a ginger-sherry glaze and served with a fresh broccoli and Little Gem salad.
Hazelnut-Crusted Lamb, Sautéed New Potatoes and Hazelnut Dressing
Pan-seared lamb fillets coated in mustard and hazelnuts, served with buttery sautéed potatoes and a nutty dressing.
Roast Crown of Duck with Young Turnips and Green Olives
Chinese five spice rubbed duck crown roasted with turnips and olives, served with a rich red wine sauce and salad.
Spicy Crab Noodle Salad
A quick chilled rice noodle salad tossed in a peanut and soy dressing, topped with fresh white crabmeat.
Veal Fillet on Pea Mayonnaise with Tomato and Green Pepper Vinaigrette
Pan-seared veal served atop pea-infused mayonnaise, accompanied by sautéed asparagus and a rich tomato and green peppercorn vinaigrette.
Roasted Vegetable Couscous and Slipcote Cheese Strudel
A flavorful vegetarian strudel featuring roasted peppers, zucchini, aubergine, and caramelized onions mixed with couscous and soft sheep's milk cheese.
Dragon Prawn Noodles
A luxurious stir-fry featuring boiled lobster and wheat noodles tossed in a savory ginger, garlic, and yellow bean sauce.
Lion Head Meatballs
Tasty beef meatballs cooked in vegetable stock with Chinese cabbage and mushrooms. Serve with sticky white rice.
Beef in Oyster Sauce
Thinly sliced beef fillet stir-fried with oyster sauce, served over wilted spinach and topped with sautéed oyster mushrooms.
Cherry Pork with Spicy Bacon Broccoli and Sweet Potato Brown Rice
Slow cooked juicy pork belly served with spicy broccoli, sweet potato rice, and a zesty cranberry orange sauce.
Chicken and Cashew Nut Stir-Fry
Crisp fried chicken stir-fried with colorful peppers, savory soy sauce, and crunchy cashew nuts. Serve with steamed jasmine rice.
Chicken and Vegetable Spring Rolls
Crispy fried spring rolls filled with seasoned chicken, mushrooms, and fresh vegetables, served hot with a sweet and spicy sauce.
Chicken Chow Mein
An authentic Chinese stir-fry featuring noodles, seasoned chicken, and crisp vegetables cooked quickly in a hot wok.
Chilli Crab with Egg Noodles
A spicy crab dish featuring a homemade chilli sauce served over seasoned egg noodles with fresh herbs.
Chilli Prawns with Jasmine Rice
Sauté aromatics, stir-fry tiger prawns in stock and sauces, thicken with cornflour, and serve over fragrant jasmine rice.
Ching's Steamed Sea Bream with Vietnamese Mint and Wild Coriander Salsa Verde
Steamed sea bream seasoned with Chinese spices, served with a vibrant salsa verde of mint, coriander, ginger, and chillies.
Choi Sum and Mixed Vegetable Salad with Pineapple Dressing
A vibrant vegetarian salad featuring choi sum, crunchy peppers, and carrots tossed in a refreshing pineapple juice dressing.
Chunky Bacon and Cucumber Salad
A spicy Sichuan-style salad featuring smoky bacon lardons and crisp cucumber stir-fried with fragrant spices, chillies, and lime.
Crispy Duck with Apricot and Plum Sauce
Crispy-skinned duck breast served with a homemade sticky apricot and plum reduction and fresh salad leaves.
Crispy Fragrant Duck with Pickled Radish Salad
Crispy roasted and fried duck legs served with a refreshing, tangy pickled radish and cucumber salad.
Egg Fried Rice with Tomatoes
A classic, fast Chinese vegetarian dish utilizing cold rice, scrambled eggs, broccoli, carrots, and tomatoes stir-fried in a wok.
Egg Fu Yung with Roasted Red Pepper and Sweet Chilli Sauce
A flexible Chinese omelette featuring mushrooms, bacon, and peppers served with a homemade roasted red pepper sweet chilli sauce.
Five-Spice Roast Chicken Drumsticks
Sticky chicken drumsticks marinated in aromatic Five-Spice, ginger, and honey, roasted until golden and cooked through for a midweek meal.
Fragrant Pork and Aubergines
A fragrant stir-fry combining pork mince, golden aubergines, and pak choi in a savory chili bean sauce with ginger.
Gong Bao Haddock Goujons
Crispy fried haddock strips marinated in ginger and wine, served with a spicy, tangy Gong Bao dipping sauce.
Healthy Sweet and Sour King Prawn Stir Fry
A vibrant stir fry featuring prawns, fresh pineapple purée, peppers, and beansprouts served over steamed jasmine rice.
Hot and Sour Chicken
Sticky rice and courgette noodles accompany a glossy, spicy stir-fry featuring chicken thighs, ginger, and aromatic Chinese sauces.
Langoustine and Samphire Stir Fry
A delicious Chinese-inspired stir-fry featuring langoustines, fresh samphire, leeks, and spring onions cooked quickly in a hot wok.
Mu Shu Chicken
A vibrant chicken, mushroom, and egg stir-fry flavored with ginger and garlic, served in fresh, crisp iceberg lettuce cups.
Perfect Vegetable Spring Rolls
Vegetarian spring rolls filled with mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and vegetables, fried until perfectly crisp and served with sweet chilli sauce.
Quick Hot and Sour Noodle Soup
Make a Chinese restaurant classic as a generous main course with noodles, chicken, ginger, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots.
Sichuan Orange Beef
Short-marinated beef steaks fried in a wok with a zesty orange, honey, and soy sauce glaze and shiitake mushrooms.
Sichuan Pepper Beef Stir-Fry
Fragrant spices, savoury soy, and crunchy vegetables combine in this easy, flavorful beef stir-fry served with steamed jasmine rice.
Singapore-Style Noodles
A quick takeaway favorite with stir-fried meat, vegetables, and vermicelli rice noodles seasoned with soy and oyster sauce.
Spiced Beef Stir Fry Wraps
Thinly sliced beef fillet stir-fried with Chinese spices and served in warm tortillas with a zesty wasabi mayonnaise.
Spiced Skewered Lamb
Thinly sliced lamb loin fillet coated in aromatic spices and soy sauce, then grilled on skewers until perfectly browned.
Spicy Hotpot
A vibrant Asian soup where guests cook meat, seafood, and vegetables in a simmering, aromatic spicy broth at the table.
Spicy Tofu and Edamame Beans
A protein-rich vegetarian stir-fry featuring browned firm tofu and steamed edamame beans seasoned with soy, vinegar, and chili flakes.
Steamed Sea Bass in Hot Beer and Ginger Lime Sauce
Elegant whole steamed sea bass infused with ginger, lime, and beer, served with a savory aromatic sauce and basmati rice.
Stir-Fried Chilli Chicken
A quick takeaway-style stir-fry featuring golden chicken, fresh vegetables, and a homemade spicy tomato-based chilli sauce.
Stir-Fried Vegetable Wraps
Steamed wheat pancakes stuffed with a savory ginger and garlic vegetable stir-fry, scrambled eggs, and pickled red cabbage garnish.
Sweet and Sour Soy Pork Buns
Marinated pork fillet stir-fried in a sticky sauce, served in sesame buns with caramelised onions and fresh salad.
Sweet and Tangy Chilli Beef
A healthy, quick beef salad featuring a citrus dressing, stir-fried beef fillet, baby spinach, pak choi, and fresh mango.
Twice Cooked Pork with Pickled Cucumber
Pork belly poached then fried with Chinese flavourings, served with quick pickled cucumbers and steamed jasmine rice.
Wok-Cooked Monkfish with Sesame Soy Sauce
Pan-seared monkfish fillets seasoned with ginger, garlic, and chilli, finished with a savory sesame soy sauce and fresh herbs.
Zesty Chilli Tiger Prawns
A quick and tasty stir-fry featuring tiger prawns, fresh French beans, garlic, and lime for a zesty kick.
Isle of Man Queen Scallop Pad Thai
A vibrant Thai stir-fry featuring queen scallops, prawns, and rice noodles in a homemade aromatic red curry paste.
Morecambe Bay Shrimp and Tamarind Spring Rolls
Flavorful shrimp spring rolls filled with aromatics, deep-fried until golden, served with zesty lime dipping sauce and peanut vinaigrette.
Chinese Stir-Fried Rice
A classic stir-fry featuring fluffy basmati rice, crispy bacon, dried shrimps, mushrooms, and scrambled eggs for a flavorful meal.
Homemade Mayonnaise
A creamy homemade condiment made by whisking egg yolks with oil, garlic, and mustard until thick and emulsified.
Thai Green Rice
A fragrant Thai-inspired rice dish made with creamed coconut, fresh ginger, chillies, and aromatic spices in one pan.
Toad in the Hole with Roasted-Onion Gravy
Sausages baked in a crisp batter served with a rich, roasted onion gravy. A classic British comfort food dish.
Sesame Tuna with Noodle Stir Fry
Marinated sesame-coated seared tuna served over a quick vegetable and egg noodle stir fry with ginger and soy.
Runner Bean and Prawn Salad with Fresh Mint Vinaigrette
A summery salad featuring runner beans, tiger prawns, and new potatoes tossed in a fresh mint vinaigrette and yogurt dressing.
Aromatic Wok Fried Beans
Nutrient-rich Chinese green beans stir-fried with garlic, chilli, ginger, water chestnuts, peanuts, and dried shrimps for health and happiness.
Beef Madras
A spicy beef curry with homemade gravy, served alongside aromatic cardamom pilau rice and garnished with fresh coriander.
Vegetable Korma with Homemade Chapattis
A fragrant vegetarian vegetable korma served with handmade chickpea flour chapattis, topped with ground almonds and fresh coriander.
Vegetable Stir Fry With Prawns
A quick prawn and vegetable stir fry with noodles, flavored with ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
Meatballs with Herb Salad
Spiced beef and pork meatballs stuffed with cream cheese, served with a fresh herb salad and flash-fried tomatoes.
Beef Panang Curry
A delicious Thai curry with a thick, rich sauce made from scratch-made paste, beef fillet, and coconut milk.
Black Pepper Beef Stir Fry with Egg Fried Rice
Marinated beef fillet stir-fried with peppers in a savory sauce, served alongside seasoned egg and spring onion fried rice.
Chilli Beef with Egg-Fried Rice
Thin beef strips dusted in zesty pepper mix, deep-fried, and tossed in a sticky, spicy chilli sauce with fried rice.
Chilli-Fried Tofu with Egg-Fried Rice
Crispy tofu and cashews tossed in a fiery ginger-chilli sauce, served over quick sesame egg-fried rice with fresh herbs.
Duck Spring Rolls with Dipping Sauces
Crispy spring rolls filled with confit duck and vegetables, served with homemade barbecue and sweet and sour dipping sauces.
Halibut with Deep-Fried, Miso-Glazed Aubergine and Edamame Beans
Pan-fried halibut served alongside deep-fried aubergine cubes coated in a sweet white miso glaze with edamame and sesame garnish.
Halibut with Lychee, Cashew Nut and Miso Salad
Miso-marinated halibut fillets grilled and baked, served with a vibrant tropical salad of lychees, mango, and toasted cashew nuts.
Indian Deep-Fried Soft-Shell Crab with Lime Pickle
Gently spiced deep-fried soft-shell crabs served with a zingy, homemade, aromatic lime pickle. A fantastic Indian-inspired seafood starter.
Indian-Spiced Soft Shell Crab with Mango Chutney
Crispy spiced soft shell crabs served with a homemade sweet and tangy mango chutney.
Lemon Chicken and Blackbean Squid with Stir-Fried Rice
A quick Chinese-inspired meal featuring honey-lemon chicken, savory black bean squid, and fragrant sesame stir-fried rice.
Lemon Chicken
A quick and delicious Chinese takeaway classic featuring chicken strips in a zesty lemon, soy, and ginger sauce.
Miso Halibut with Teriyaki Green Vegetables
Japanese-inspired marinated halibut served with stir-fried Chinese greens and a sweet, savory homemade teriyaki sauce.
Salmon en Papillote with Egg Fried Rice
Succulent salmon fillets baked in parchment with aromatic ginger and soy, served alongside quick-fried egg rice with spring onions.
Singapore Chilli King Crab with Egg Fried Rice
An easy, spicy-sweet stir fry featuring king crab claws served alongside classic egg fried rice with spring onions.
Singapore Deep-Fried Hake with Pad Thai Noodles
Spice up classic Thai noodles with crispy deep-fried hake cubes tossed in a spicy, savory Singapore-style sauce.
Spiced Fried Beef Ribs with Sticky Chilli Chicken and Egg-fried Rice
A Chinese-style feast featuring aromatic simmered and fried beef ribs, glazed sticky chicken wings, and savory egg-fried rice.
Sweet and Sour Pork and Pineapple with Rice Omelette
Quick stir-fry pork with pineapple served alongside a folded egg omelette filled with seasoned long-grain rice.
Sweet and Sour Pork with Egg Fried Rice
Succulent pork strips coated in rice flour, fried until crispy, then tossed in a tangy grapefruit and chilli sauce.
Vegetable Chow Mein
Stir-fried egg noodles with ginger, garlic, shiitake mushrooms, and fresh vegetables seasoned with soy sauce, sherry, and sesame oil.
Chocolate Soufflé
A quick vegetarian chocolate soufflé made with cocoa, whipped egg whites, and served with fresh orange segments and double cream.
Red Mullet with Spicy Peppers, Chorizo and Black Olives with Candied Aubergine
Pan-seared red mullet served with a sweet aubergine purée, spicy chorizo-pepper mix, and crispy deep-fried aubergine slices.
Crabcakes and Mayonnaise
Handmade white crab meat cakes blended with seasoned mashed potatoes, served with fresh zest, homemade mayonnaise, and crisp watercress.
Fillet Steak, Pickled Walnuts and Horseradish
Seared fillet steaks served with a rich Madeira sauce, tangy pickled walnuts, and fresh, zesty homemade horseradish cream.
Ginger Scallops
Scallops infused with ginger essential oil then quickly seared in a hot pan for a fragrant seafood dish.
Stuffed Risotto Cakes
Pan-fried risotto cakes stuffed with fresh mozzarella and basil, coated in breadcrumbs and cooked until golden and crispy.
Chicken on Crispy Noodles
Marinated chicken strips stir-fried and served over golden-brown, crispy egg noodles with a savory oyster sauce glaze.
Chicken with Satay Sauce
Succulent chicken marinated in soy and rice wine, stir-fried until golden, then tossed in a creamy, spicy peanut satay sauce.
Chinese Five-Spice Spare Ribs
Melt-in-your-mouth spare ribs marinated then simmered in a savory Chinese-style sauce with five-spice powder and orange peel.