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Coq Au Vin with Parsley Mash

A classic French chicken dish in rich red wine sauce, served with a unique vibrant green chlorophyll-infused potato mash.

Warm Timbales of Scallop Mousse with Fresh Herbs and Asparagus

Elegant scallop mousse baked in herb-lined ramekins, served with sautéed asparagus, grilled scallops, and a creamy white wine sauce.

Vichy Carrots with Goats' Cheese and Mustard-Crusted Lamb and Onion Marmalade

Pan-seared lamb cutlets with a goat cheese crust served with sticky balsamic onion marmalade and tender glazed baby carrots.

Chocolate and Pecan Millefeuille with Vanilla Cream

A vegetarian dessert featuring crisp puff pastry layered with chocolate pecan meringue, served with vanilla cream and berry coulis.

Rich Duck, Lentil and Red Wine 'Cassoulet'

Pan-seared and roasted duck breast served over a savory simmered bed of lentils, mushrooms, and red wine sauce.

Warm Green Bean, Pear, Brie and Carrot Salad

Blanch green beans, caramelize pear slices in butter and sugar, then toss with grated carrot, coriander, brie, and lemon dressing.

Umami Bomb (Parmesan and Wild Mushroom Custard)

A savory mushroom and parmesan custard baked in a water bath, topped with a crisp vegetable medley and pancetta.

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.

Chicken Liver Pâté

Sautéed chicken livers blended with butter, brandy, and seasonings to create a smooth, chilled appetizer garnished with cranberries and herbs.

Chocolate Mousse

A rich dessert made by combining melted dark chocolate, butter, and egg yolks, then folding in whipped egg whites.

Baked Onion Soup with Gruyère Cheese and Madeira

A rich vegetable soup featuring caramelized onions topped with cheesy toast and a decadent cream and Madeira liaison.

Beef Bourguignon

A rich, slow-cooked French beef stew marinated overnight in burgundy wine, simmered with bacon, shallots, and mushrooms until tender.

Chocolate and Raspberry Crème Brûlée

A luxe dessert featuring fresh raspberries and smooth chocolate custard, topped with a crisp caramelized sugar crust.

Cointreau Cream

A rich, citrus-infused dessert sauce made by reducing Cointreau with orange zest, juice, sugar, and double cream.

Crab Soufflé

A fluffy crab soufflé made with béchamel, cream, and egg whites, finished under the grill for a golden top.

Duck Liver and Orange Pâté

Pan-fry duck livers with shallots, garlic, orange, and liqueur before blending with butter for a smooth, chilled gourmet spread.

Mushroom Gratin

A savory layered vegetarian gratin featuring wild mushrooms, Gruyère cheese, and a rich custard baked in a bain-marie.

Pan-Fried Wild Salmon with Spiced Shellfish Butter

Pan-fried wild salmon served with a rich Café de Paris butter, steamed potatoes, and a medley of warm shellfish.

Salade Niçoise

A classic French salad featuring marinated tuna steaks, fresh vegetables, boiled eggs, and a zesty herb vinaigrette.

Seville Crêpes Suzette

Golden pancakes simmered in a caramelised orange and butter sauce, finished with a dramatic flambé of Cointreau and cognac.

Steak au Poivre with Chips and Watercress Salad

Sirloin steaks stuffed with Peppadew peppers, seared with peppercorns, and finished in a creamy brandy and red wine sauce.

Blinis

A classic vegetarian appetizer of light, fermented yeast pancakes perfect for serving with smoked salmon and soured cream.

Chasseur Sauce

A classic French brown sauce made by reducing white wine and brandy with mushrooms, shallots, tomato, and meat glaze.

Tomato Sauce

A classic French tomato sauce made with pork, aromatics, and flour-style roux, slow-baked and then strained for smoothness.

Coq au Vin

Chicken roasted with bacon, shallots, and white wine, served with smooth, creamy potatoes folded with crème fraîche and fresh herbs.

Spinach, Caramelised Garlic, Red Pepper and Potato Pithivier

A classic French savory pastry filled with colourful layers of seasoned potatoes, red peppers, spinach, and caramelised garlic.

Baked Chicken Liver Pâté

Chicken livers blended with cream and eggs, then oven-baked in a bain-marie until smooth and perfectly cooked.

Braised Chicken Turbigo

A rich stew featuring chicken, chipolatas, mushrooms, and black pudding in a reduced wine and stock sauce with parsley croutons.

Buffalo Fillet Slices with Quick Hollandaise Sauce

Pan-fried buffalo fillet slices topped with crispy bacon and a fast, creamy homemade hollandaise sauce, garnished with fresh chervil.

Béarnaise Sauce

A classic French sauce made by emulsifying egg yolk and melted butter into a tarragon-infused vinegar reduction.

Crêpes Suzette

A delicious vegetarian dessert featuring smooth batter pancakes served with fresh clementine and creamy Greek yoghurt.

Herb-Crusted Lamb with Dauphinoise and Hasselback Potatoes

Sear herbed-crusted lamb chops and serve alongside creamy garlic dauphinoise and crispy oven-roasted hasselback potatoes for a hearty meal.

Honey, Pears and Madeleines

Wonderfully light madeleines served with sweet poached pears in a wine syrup for a sophisticated afternoon tea or dessert.

Orange and Prune Crêpe Soufflé

Delicate crêpes filled with a light orange and prune soufflé mixture, baked until beautifully puffed and golden.

Oysters Thermidor

Seasonal native oysters served in shells with a rich cream sauce, mustard, parmesan, and sautéed samphire.

Poached Peaches in Brandy Butterscotch Sauce

Skinned peaches baked in brandy and sugar, then finished with a rich butter and cream reduction sauce.

Pomme Sautée with Creamed Leeks and Pan Fried Partridge

Sautéed potato slices topped with creamy leeks, pan-fried partridge breasts, and a rich brandy cream sauce.

Pommes Lyonnaise

Sautéed shallots and thinly sliced potatoes are baked until golden brown and tender in this classic French side dish.

Scallops in a White Wine Sauce with Watercress

Seared scallops served with a rich white wine cream sauce and wilted watercress, finished with a touch of nutmeg.

Vinegar-Glazed Pigeon Breast on Crisp Potato Cake with Peas and Spring Onions

Succulent roasted pigeon crowns served over golden potato cakes with blanched spring onions and a tangy vinegar-herb reduction sauce.

Crème Brûlée with Almond Snap Biscuits

A classic creamy vanilla custard with a crisp caramelised topping served alongside crunchy homemade almond snap biscuits.

Peas, Mint, Girolles and Seared Scallops

Scallops seared in butter served with glazed garden peas, chanterelle mushrooms, and a fresh mint cream sauce.

Pork with Pomme Purée and Charcutière Sauce

Brined pork chops served with rich mashed potatoes and a creamy herb-infused sauce featuring cornichons and capers.

Salt Cod Brandade With Seared Squid

A Mediterranean classic featuring smooth salt cod brandade topped with griddled squid, garlic croutons, parsley oil, and ink vinaigrette.

Artichokes à la Barigoule

A classic French dish of tender baby vegetables and artichokes simmered in white wine and chicken stock.

Brill Baked in Seaweed with Clams, Fennel and Coco Beans

Brill fish baked in seaweed, served with white bean purée, glazed coco beans, clams, and a fresh fennel salad.

Artichoke à la Parisienne with Bordelaise Sauce

Artichokes are the star in this dish featuring a red wine reduction, savoury veal stock, and creamy burrata cheese.

Pan-Fried Monkfish Cheeks, Ceps ‘Paysanne’ and Chickpea Farinata

Crispy chickpea pancakes topped with a gammon and mushroom fricassee and golden pan-fried monkfish cheeks.

Espresso Crème Brûlée

A creamy espresso-infused custard set in the fridge and finished with a crisp, caramelized sugar topping.

Onion Tarte Tatin with Goats' Cheese and Balsamic Glaze

Pan-fried onions layered with puff pastry, baked until golden, then topped with creamy goats' cheese and a balsamic reduction.

Poached Eggs with Wild Mushrooms on Toast

Buttery toasted brioche topped with sautéed wild mushrooms and perfectly poached eggs, finished with fresh parsley for a gourmet brunch.

Roast Duck with Rösti Potatoes and Sauce of Rhubarb and Red Port

Pan-seared duck breasts served with crispy potato rösti, sautéed spinach, and a sweet and tangy rhubarb port sauce.

Lobster and Mango Salad with a Beurre Noissette

Blanched lobster and softened mango served with a citrusy dressed salad and rich foaming nut-brown butter sauce.

Sautéed Lambs Liver, Minted Peas, Potato Purée, Sherry Vinegar Sauce

Luxurious sautéed lamb's liver served with creamy potato mash, minted peas, and a rich sherry vinegar cream sauce.

Duck Confit with Lentils

A classic French brasserie dish featuring slow-cooked duck legs served over tender seasoned Puy lentils with a honey glaze.

Lamb Fillet Wrapped in Brik Pastry with Tomato Confit, Artichokes and Lamb Jus

Lamb fillets encased in buttery brik pastry, deep-fried until golden, and served with sautéed artichokes and a rich lamb sauce.

Pan Fried Calf’s Liver with Wilted Spinach, Capers and Lemon Zest Confit

Pan-fried calf's liver served with sweet lemon zest confit, wilted garlic spinach, and a savory caper butter sauce.

Pan-Roasted Guinea Fowl with Truffles and Leeks

Pan-roasted guinea fowl breasts stuffed with truffles, served with a potato, pancetta, and leek hash in a butter sauce.

Carbonnade of Pork with Mushrooms

Sautéed pork slices and mushrooms in a creamy white wine and stock sauce, garnished with parsley-dipped croutons.

Pan-Fried Mackerel with Bretonne Sauce

Fresh mackerel fillets seasoned and pan-fried until golden, served with a rich, emulsified butter and herb sauce.

Apple Crêpes with Calvados

Grated apples soaked in calvados are folded into a buckwheat batter, fried until golden, and served with chilled cream.

Classic Crêpes Suzette

Delicious thin pancakes infused with orange zest, folded and soaked in a boozy, citrus-butter sauce then flamed with liqueur.

Compôte of Glazed Shallots

Shallots simmered in red wine and vinegar until tender and finished with a sweet glaze.

Eggs en Cocotte with Morel or Porcini Mushrooms

Indulgent baked eggs nestled on a concentrated mushroom purée, topped with crème fraîche and cooked in a gentle water bath.

Red Onion Tarte Tatin

A savory French-inspired tart featuring caramelized red onions with thyme, balsamic vinegar, and a cheesy wholemeal crust.

Baked Pork Spare Rib Chops with Pears, Potatoes, Onions and Roquefort Butter

Succulent pork chops roasted with caramelised pears, potatoes, and onions, topped with melting Roquefort butter and served with chicory salad.

Langues de Chat Biscuits

Light, crunchy French biscuits prepared by whisking butter, sugar, and flour. Piped into strips and baked until golden brown.

Prosciutto-Wrapped Lamb Cutlets with Green Beans and Parsnip Ribbons

Lamb cutlets glazed with quince paste, wrapped in prosciutto, and roasted with beans alongside crispy caramelized parsnip ribbons.

Braised Duck Breast with Savoy Cabbage

Duck breasts glazed in Calvados and sugar, served with savory sautéed Savoy cabbage, bacon, and onion.

Calvados Braised Duck Breast with Savoy Cabbage

Glazed duck breasts baked until tender, served with slow-sweated Savoy cabbage, garlic, onions, and crispy streaky bacon.

Fish Soup with Gruyère Straws and Rouille

A rich seafood soup served with homemade cheesy puff pastry straws and a spicy saffron garlic rouille.

Plum Baba with Crème Fraîche Ice Cream

Hazelnut liqueur babas served with grilled plums, smooth plum purée, and homemade crème fraîche ice cream.

Cheese Soufflé

A classic rich, cheesy soufflé made with a smooth béchamel base, parmesan, and whipped egg whites for a spongy texture.

Rich Chocolate Mousse

A decadent chocolate mousse made by melting dark chocolate, mixing with egg yolks and liqueur, then folding into whisked whites.

Oisin Venison with Honey Roasted Root Vegetables

Stylish French venison loin served with honey-glazed root vegetables, blackcurrant gastrique, garlic butter cabbage, and a creamy butter emulsion.

Salade Landaise with Romaine Lettuce and Bleu d’Auvergne

A spectacular French salad combining rich confit duck, seared duck breast, spicy pecans, and creamy blue cheese dressings.

Gâteau L'ambassadeur (Ambassador's Cake)

A rich, chilled vegetarian chocolate dessert with kirsch-soaked biscuits, grapes, and double cream, set in a cake tin.

Roux / The Basic White Sauce

A foundational white sauce made by combining melted butter and flour before whisking in milk or stock until smooth.

Whisky Sabayon

A light, frothy dessert sauce made by whisking egg yolks, sugar, and whisky over heat until thickened.

Hot Vacherin

A delicious melted Vacherin Mont d'Or cheese served fondue-style with fresh figs, chicory, savoury biscuits, and raisin bread.

Gruyère and Bacon Soufflé

Indulgent soufflés featuring crispy bacon and melted Gruyère cheese, served on a base of seasoned, reduced double cream.

Velouté of Morston Mussels

A creamy mussel soup infused with white wine, curry spices, and fresh spinach, served with chives and crusty bread.

Cheesy Dauphinoise Potatoes

Simmer garlic, cream, and potatoes, then bake with cheddar cheese until golden-brown and bubbling for a decadent vegetarian side dish.

Classic Tarte Tatin

A classic French dessert featuring caramelised apples topped with golden-brown puff pastry, baked until risen and served with cream.

Potato Dauphinoise with Vignotte Cheese

Potatoes cooked in a creamy Vignotte cheese sauce and baked until golden brown and bubbling.

Roquefort and Tomato Bruschetta

Crispy grilled white bread topped with fresh sliced tomatoes and melted Roquefort cheese for a quick vegetarian appetizer.

Cherry Clafoutis with Vanilla Whipped Cream

A comforting pudding featuring cherries baked in a delicate batter, served with fresh vanilla-infused whipped cream.

Peas à la Français with Poached Eggs and Toasts

Braised peas and lettuce served on toasted baguette slices topped with perfectly poached eggs and fresh tarragon garnish.

Beef Bavette (Skirt Steak) with Mash and Garlic Portobello Mushrooms

Pan-seared skirt steaks served with creamy mashed potatoes, garlic mushrooms, and a choice of peppercorn or Béarnaise sauce.

Brisbane Prawn Soufflé

A delicate prawn soufflé featuring sautéed flamed prawns layered between a rich cheese and brandy infused base.

Fillet of Beef Meurice

Seared beef tenderloin steaks served with a rich cognac, chicken liver pâté, and cream sauce topped with sautéed champignons.

Poulet Sauté au Vinaigre

Chicken on the bone gently cooked with tart vinegar, delicate tarragon, punchy mustard, and cream – a real French gem.

Ultimate Mashed Potato

Heston Blumenthal's technique for silkier mash involves double cooking potatoes, ricing over cold butter, and passing through a sieve.

Creamy Courgette Soufflé

A delicate vegetarian dish featuring sautéed courgettes folded into a rich béchamel and cheese base with light, whisked egg whites.

Rillons

Succulent pork belly cubes browned in lard, then slow-cooked with red wine, garlic, and herbs until tender and golden.

Anchoïade with Crudités

A classic French anchovy dip served warm with a selection of fresh vegetables for dipping.

Apple and Filo Tart with Scallops and Bacon Salad

Crispy filo tarts topped with savory apple purée, pan-seared scallops, and a warm, zesty bacon and mixed leaf salad.

Apple and Thyme Tarte Tatin with Honeycomb and Walnut Ice Cream

Caramelized apples with fresh thyme baked under puff pastry, served with homemade honeycomb and walnut no-churn ice cream.

Apple Tart with Vanilla Ice Cream

A crisp puff pastry tart topped with smooth apple purée, sliced apples, and served with vanilla ice cream.

Artichoke with Smoked Bacon Mayonnaise

Boiled globe artichokes served with a rich, smoky homemade mayonnaise infused with crisp bacon bits.