Poor Fidget was so disappointed when he realised he couldn’t work the old magic… But disappointment turned to delight when he managed to transform the humble pumpkin into a delicious cake. Would you like to find out how? … Continue reading
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Fidget Approved
Fidget certainly gets around in the kitchen and he loves playing with Trota’s latest toys: the state-of-the-art savarin tin, the whisk that incorporates the most air, the piping bag that gives perfect icing results… not to mention his latest finds in tasty products and gourmet ingredients. So, if something gets his pawprint of approval, we’ll let you know: Fidget Approved. Continue reading
Fidget makes sushi and miso soup
Fidget has gone all Eastern this week. Big fans of sushi – and Japanese food in general – Trota and Fidget have had a go at making a simple and tasty meal at home; husband Salmon wasn’t planning to be gone fishing, so he may reach for that can of baked beans after all… Continue reading
The BBC Good Food Show
Fidget’s representatives visited the BBC Good Food Show at Olympia this weekend. They met three gods from Fidget’s culinary pantheon and even brought back signed copies of Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry’s The Great British Bake Off Everyday and The French Kitchen by Michel Roux Jr. Fidget is beside himself with excitement – he hardly slept all night!
Duck with plum sauce the Fidget way
What do you get if you whizz up “…some garlic, a red chilli, some lime and a bunch of coriander – stalks and all – with a slug of olive oil?”: Jamie Oliver, of course!
Anyway, moving on – inspired by Jamie’s 30-minute meals, Fidget has whizzed up something marvellous today, with just a few ingredients and in double-quick time. Would you like to try? Continue reading
Chocolate and hazelnut marble loaf
The easiest marble loaf ever, Fidget can make it with his eyes closed! Not that he can as easily escape Trota’s inquisitive gaze when he is baking, though… Continue reading
Paella Valenciana the Fidget way
Today, the Rowe household is having paella. Good times, you might think – but not so, judging by Salmon’s face… He’s never really understood Trota’s thing about themed dining… Continue reading
French-style fruit tart
French patisserie goes down a treat in the Rowe household; if Salmon is out fishing (he says) for the day, that is… Not always easy to get a good result, but Trota is very determined… Continue reading
Cranberry and apricot scones
An invitation from Fifi doesn’t come around very often. That’s why Fidget has been pretty excited all week. And what better to take to her next vintage tea party than traditional scones… Continue reading
Hairy Bikers’ rosemary focaccia
The Rowes are big fans of the Hairy Bikers. They like their earthy no-nonsense approach, and although you will have to be patient, this focaccia is easy to make, very tasty and also very filling. What more could the Rowes ask… Continue reading
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