That moment when you cut into a light fluffy poached egg, and the creamy yolk spills over layers of toast, smoked ham and avocado, has to be one of my favourites. But how oh how to guarantee that perfect creamy oozy egg? I was delighted to see that Felicity Cloake on the Guardian food blog, had taken it upon herself to really explore all techniques which you can see here.
I decided to try her most recommended technique, the ‘Vortex’ method and was delighted. It not only works perfectly but produces a super professional and pretty tear drop result. My only modification is that I used a small wok for the water as it gives the perfect depth of water and creates a deeper vortex for the egg to poach in. For Sacha and I there was a 3 minute wait between eggs, which was hardly a wait at all, and the first egg was still warm and perfect.
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It’s spring and that means time to eat healthy hearty brunches. This japanese omelette is just the ticket.
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Hungry carnivores, blood-thirsty vampires listen up. Go no further than the superb Taqueria, the best little Mexican cafe in Notting Hill, London. You’re currently drooling over a Chorizo Mexicano, house made Mexican chorizo, diced onion, and coriander on 3 small tortillas, with a red salsa on the side. Superb! Oh, but there’s more. The Vampiro, the Carnitas, the Camarón al mojo de aj….
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Having worked on Dean St in Soho for the last 8 months, it’s no wonder I became a huge fan of Signor Zilli. This Soho institution has stood the test of time with its classic menu, great atmosphere, fantastic service and wide range of divine dishes. I have never met celebrity chef Signor Aldo Zilli, but Nino always makes us feel special and welcome, this time, moving a table and chairs out doors for us when all the others were occupied. We started with Grilled Squid with Sweet Chilli Sauce & Rocket – (Calamari ai Ferri con Rucola) followed by…
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19.90 TWO COURSES
23.90 THREE COURSES
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Cold Spanish Gazpacho Soup topped with Shrimps & Parmesan Croutons
Melanzana alla Parmigana with Oregano & Tomato Sauce, Parmesan Cheese
Filo Pastry Parcel stuffed with Parma Ham, Smoked Mozzarella, Artichokes with a Spicy Tomato Sauce
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Oven Roast Lamb Shank with Rosemary Gravy served with Lentils
Poached Cold Salmon with Russian Salad & Garlic Mayonnaise
Pan Fried Calfs Liver Strips with Shallot & Red Wine Sauce served with Mash
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Lemon Tart
Cappuccino Mousse
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Starters…
| Minestrone di Verdure |
£5.50 |
| Seasonal Vegetable Soup |
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| Rotolo di Scamorza Affumicata con Prosciutto di Parma alla Griglia |
£8.00 |
| Grilled smoked mozzarella wrapped in Parma ham served with rocket salad |
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| Insalata di Granchio Servita con Mango ed Avocado |
£8.50 |
| Hand Picked Cornish Crab served with Mango and Avocado |
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| Mozzarella di Bufala con Pomodoro Arrositi (v) |
£7.00 |
| Buffalo mozzarella with Slow Roast tomatoes & Basil Oil |
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| Calamari ai Ferri con Rucola |
£8.50 |
| Grilled Squid with Sweet Chilli Sauce & Rocket |
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| Antipasto Casa |
£8.00 |
| Salami, Parma Ham, Slow Roast Plum Tomato, Cheese & Olives |
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| Funghi di Bosco Gratinati al Formaggio Caprino (v) |
£7.00 |
| Field Portobello Mushroom with Goats Cheese |
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| Gamberoni in Salsa Mediterranea Piccante Servita con Bruschetta |
£9.00 |
| Grilled Tiger Prawns served in Mediterranean spicy sauce with toasted bread |
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Prices include VAT but exclude 12.5% optional Gratuity & Cover charge of £1.50 per person
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Year |
Region |
abv% |
Glass
175c (£) |
Bottle
(£ ) |
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| White Wines |
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| Grecanico Vignali Rocca mora |
2007 |
Sicilia |
12 |
4.00 |
16.00 |
| Chenin Blanc Ormer Bay |
2007 |
south africa |
12.5 |
|
17.00 |
| Pinot Grigio Venezie |
2007 |
Trentino |
13 |
5.50 |
23.00 |
| Vermentino Rocca della Macie |
2007 |
Toscana |
13 |
|
26.00 |
| Clifford Bay Sauvignon Blanc |
2006 |
New Zealand |
13 |
|
29.00 |
| Sancerre Domaine la Croix |
2007 |
Loire |
12.5 |
|
31.50 |
| Gavi di Gavi Villa Sparina |
2006 |
Piemonte |
13 |
|
33.50 |
| Sauvignon Cru Maso delle Rose, Weger |
2007 |
Alto Adige |
13 |
|
35.00 |
| Chardonnay Fabrizio Bianchi |
2003 |
Toscana |
13.5 |
|
41.00 |
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| Sparkling Wines |
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| Prosecco Rocco Venezia |
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24.00 |
House Champagne N.V.
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France |
12 |
|
35.00 |
| Moet et Chandon |
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12 |
|
42.00 |
| Laurent Perrier Rose |
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12 |
|
75.00 |
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| Red Wine |
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| Sangiovese, Roccamora |
2006 |
Sicilia |
12.5 |
4.00 |
18.00 |
| Merlot Ormer Bay |
2006 |
south africa |
12.5 |
4.50 |
19.00 |
| Valpolicella Ca Rugate |
2006 |
Veneto |
13 |
|
23.00 |
| Cabernet Sauvignon Perez Cru |
2006 |
Chile |
14.5 |
|
24.50 |
| Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Casal Thaulero |
2006 |
Abruzzo |
13 |
|
25.00 |
| Chianti Classico Agricola San Felice |
2005 |
Toscana |
13 |
|
30.00 |
| Pinot Noir Hautes Cotes de Beaune |
2007 |
Burgundy |
13.5 |
|
32.00 |
| Shiraz Egidio Linda Dumas |
2005 |
Australia |
14 |
|
36.00 |
| Brunello di Montalcino |
2002 |
Toscana |
13.5 |
|
55.00 |
| Barolo Torriglione Gagliasso |
2004 |
Piemonte |
15 |
|
62.00 |
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| Rose Wine |
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| Gaio Rose |
2006 |
Sicilia |
14 |
4.50 |
21.00 |
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SERVICE NOT INCLUDED. |
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Still the most decadent meal to wake up to.
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another classic breakfast
