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Author: chandco

21 September 2016 By chandco

You Can’t Make Wine Without Breaking a Few Grapes!

Another hard day at the office – driving through the Loire Valley earlier today on my way down to Bordeaux to see this year’s harvest. It’s all part of the rigorous research that I do for you. As I get constantly reminded by my nearest and dearest, my job isn’t really a job. I am … Continued

21 September 2016 By chandco

Free Case of Champagne for Event Bookers

Every event booker choosing Create to cater their event between 1st Oct – 31st Dec will receive a complimentary case of Champagne delivered to their door for Christmas*. Take your pick from our prestigious venues and prepare for the ultimate Christmas indulgence! If you would like to find out more about what we can do for … Continued

20 September 2016 By chandco

The Cooking Glossary – Create’s Culinary A-Z

A Aerate  To incorporate air into a mixture to make ingredients lighter and create texture Agar-agar A vegetarian alternative to gelatin Handy Hint – use this if you’re making a jam/jelly containing pineapple, kiwi fruit or papaya, as the acids in these fruits break down the protein found in gelatin, preventing the jelly from setting Aging [dry-aging] All fresh … Continued

16 September 2016 By chandco

Breakfasts from around the world

Arepa Breakfast in Colombia revolves around the arepa, a dense, slightly sweet corn cake that’s served simply with butter or topped with eggs, meat or jam. A photo posted by Hispanic Kitchen (@hispanickitchen) on Sep 15, 2016 at 7:31am PDT   English breakfast The fortifying English breakfast includes eggs, sausage, bacon, beans, mushrooms and cooked … Continued

15 September 2016 By chandco

Christmas themes that are destined to impress

Take a walk on the wild side and do something a little different this Christmas. We’ve put together Pinterest boards for each of these Christmas party themes, to help inspire you for …   Scandi Christmas I’ll admit it…I cant get enough of the clean stylings on Scandinavian design. With this theme I would have a … Continued

13 September 2016 By chandco

Eating in Season – Autumn and Winter

Eating what’s in season, when it’s in season, is not only cheaper, but it’s also far tastier than other alternatives. So you’ll get extra flavour, extra crunch and extra juiciness in all your dishes. Stick to nature’s bounty and you’ll get the added benefit of nutrients tailor-made for the time of year. Here’s some advice … Continued

6 September 2016 By chandco

Baking Tricks from the Professionals

We asked our pastry chefs to reveal a few of their best baking tricks and tips to make sure you’ll never end up with a soggy bottom or burnt crust again!   Grab a bottle of wine… we won’t judge! How many times have you gone to your drawer and realised you lent your rolling … Continued

31 August 2016 By chandco

THE SEPTEMBER RESTAURANT LIST

Whether you’re after fragrant flavours of Turkey or indulgent American treats, you’ll find some great new dishes to try this month. BOONDOCKS, OLD ST EC1 Bea Vo, who also runs Amercian diner Stax in Carnaby Street and the very popular bakery Bea’s of Bloomsbury, has opened this second restaurant at a bigger venue, near Old … Continued

23 August 2016 By chandco

Create the Perfect Picnic

Our chefs have dreamt up their perfect picnic; recreate it and you’re guaranteed the ultimate summer feast. We’ve even got a unique take on the traditional Pimm’s – don’t miss Darren’s Pimm’s recipe, it’s a winner.   Euan’s Picnic Open ribeye steak sandwich with sour dough and deviled egg, horseradish mayonnaise Soda bread with smoked … Continued

19 August 2016 By chandco

The Create British Bake Off is Back!

The Create British Bake Off has returned for another season of showstoppers! The Create team are on the hunt for the ultimate home baker, and there are plenty of goodies on offer to those whose baked masterpieces impress our judges. The competition kicks off on 24th August and will run for 10 weeks. All you need … Continued

2 August 2016 By chandco

TALKING GRAPE-OLOGY

Welcome back to another instalment of my wine blog for Create. I write this blog having just spent a most wonderful day visiting the magnificent Pommery Cellars in Reims in the heart of Champagne – all in a day’s work!   It is the most extraordinary place and Pommery’s House and Cellars are included on … Continued

1 August 2016 By chandco

THE AUGUST RESTAURANT LIST

PATTY AND BUN, LIVERPOOL STREET E1 Patty and Bun are continuing in their quest to bring amazing burgers to every part of London with their fifth burger joint, which has just opened on Redchurch Street. Get down early and stay late.   ROSA’S THAI CAFE, SOHO W1 If you’re looking for Thai food in Brixton … Continued

19 July 2016 By chandco

Watermelon, Mint and Vodka Ice Lollies

We can’t think of a better way to cool down than with one of these frozen treats.  This recipe in the perfect blend of fresh watermelon and mint with a little adult kick –  the ultimate summertime treat.   WATERMELON, MINT AND VODKA ICE LOLLIES 4 cups of watermelon, roughly chopped 50 g caster sugar 60 ml water … Continued

18 July 2016 By chandco

Amazing Autumn Winter Menus Bursting with Flavour

New dishes are inspired by classic combinations, with an emphasis on home-smoking and simplicity to allow fantastic produce to shine through. Our chefs are working more closely than ever with our brilliant suppliers. By working alongside our suppliers, the Create team can secure the best available produce at any given time. Key ingredients to look … Continued

8 July 2016 By chandco

The Christmas Spaces You Need to See

  Our exciting Christmas venues include an East London nightclub, historic museums and the last tea clipper. Take your pick; Santa will be here before you know it. Nine Adam Street WC2 • 60 – 250 Designed by Robert Adams, this brand new exclusive event space is ideally located in the middle of The Strand. Finished to a … Continued

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