One of the biggest shocks to the system when moving from Madrid to Nantes was the cost of going out for a meal. Of course I was probably a bit spoiled living in Lavapies in Madrid being able to get a 3 course meal with a coffee and a bottle of wine for 8 or 9 quid. So this week as Cabin Fever...
Veggie Stir fry with...
posted by forbairt
This is a recipe that I used make for myself when I was in my teens and I really love it. It may not look like much at the end but god it’s nice and very filling. You’re going to need Vegetables. In general I’ll use a veg mix as it’s just a lot handier and there’s...
What’s in a Lo...
posted by forbairt
So if you’re on this page you’re no doubt seeing the new logo for the site. I personally think it’s rather shiny but that might just be me. The original logo I’d created for Brittany Beers was made up of a rather bubbly font with a slight curving and used pretty much...
Baked Cod with Onion and Tomato
posted by forbairt
This is an extremely quick one to prepare BUT it takes a while to cook You’re going to need a few ingredients 1 Large Onion ( 2 Medium) 5 or 6 large tomatoes 2 – 3 Cod Filets ( I’ve used frozen here ) Rice Herbs to taste … Basil some Sea Salt and olive oil Steps: Start pre-heating your oven to 200ish Degrees C Chop up all your onion and place it into a oven read dish Place your cod filets on top spread out if possible Sprinkle some Basil onto the Cod Slice your tomatoes and layer on top of the Cod More basil and pour some olive oil over the whole thing Cover with tinfoil (I try to wrap it so it’s semi tight...
Baked Beans on Toast
posted by forbairt
Don’t worry this isn’t a post telling you how to make baked beans on toast One of the things you’ll find when you live outside of your home country is you miss certain things. Whether it’s how easy it is to get fresh milk or you’re just dying for that cup of...