Ingredient of the Month
Summer threatens to take hold, school is out and its time for family hunting and gathering – jaunts to catch that slippery little sea bass or perhaps just a sunburn and then home for a refreshing glass (well that should be sorted) and something simple to go with the main showpiece. We have the solution!
Frankly, wine has preparation and service licked. Twist a screw top, pour, enjoy. Why should it be more complicated? Perhaps slip in a decanter and those ever so impressive crystal stems for a bit of flair but essentially its a straight forward affair. This is probably the thinking that has led to a surfeit of John West cans outside far too many wine trade doors or the odd gouty leg from too much issue shirking in the finest hostelries.
Let us help you find and embraced your inner Nigella! She's all in the decanting, seemingly a frivolous extravagance but actually a simple process that completes any glass.
Back to the Bass. This needs to be a savoured occasion and that requires nibbles. To the larder and pull out four jars of mixed antipasti and pop a helping of each on a plate. Now for the decanter moment - scatter each with a few rocket, dandelion nasturtium or other leaves to hand, drizzle with a bit of tasty olive oil and serve with fingers of lightly grilled ciabatta. A few extra minutes and John West is an ancient historical reminder of darker days!
*The Monkeyshed selection - for £30:*
► Wild Asparagus in Extra Virgin Olive Oil - £5.95 (280g jar)
► Artichike Hearts, alla Romana (and that does make all the difference!) - £5.95 (290g jar)
► Porcini Antipasti from Seggiano - £5.50 (180g jar)
► Peperoncino Piccante Ripieno - £2.95 (180g jar)
► Alpha Zeta Extra Virgin Olive Oil - £9.95 (750ml)
For a spot of gastronomic inspiration you can't beat a coffee and bite at Hornet Provisions, The Hornet, Chichester - 01243 790999. Pop in for something there, something for home or a brimming cold box for a picnic on the downs, by the beach or in your garden.
Meetings we look forward to with glee!
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Frankly, wine has preparation and service licked. Twist a screw top, pour, enjoy. Why should it be more complicated? Perhaps slip in a decanter and those ever so impressive crystal stems for a bit of flair but essentially its a straight forward affair. This is probably the thinking that has led to a surfeit of John West cans outside far too many wine trade doors or the odd gouty leg from too much issue shirking in the finest hostelries.
Let us help you find and embraced your inner Nigella! She's all in the decanting, seemingly a frivolous extravagance but actually a simple process that completes any glass.
Back to the Bass. This needs to be a savoured occasion and that requires nibbles. To the larder and pull out four jars of mixed antipasti and pop a helping of each on a plate. Now for the decanter moment - scatter each with a few rocket, dandelion nasturtium or other leaves to hand, drizzle with a bit of tasty olive oil and serve with fingers of lightly grilled ciabatta. A few extra minutes and John West is an ancient historical reminder of darker days!
*The Monkeyshed selection - for £30:*
► Wild Asparagus in Extra Virgin Olive Oil - £5.95 (280g jar)
► Artichike Hearts, alla Romana (and that does make all the difference!) - £5.95 (290g jar)
► Porcini Antipasti from Seggiano - £5.50 (180g jar)
► Peperoncino Piccante Ripieno - £2.95 (180g jar)
► Alpha Zeta Extra Virgin Olive Oil - £9.95 (750ml)
For a spot of gastronomic inspiration you can't beat a coffee and bite at Hornet Provisions, The Hornet, Chichester - 01243 790999. Pop in for something there, something for home or a brimming cold box for a picnic on the downs, by the beach or in your garden.
Meetings we look forward to with glee!
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Back to August Offers
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