The Hare at Lambourn

I am surprised that this exquisite restaurant does not have a Michelin star. The restaurant itself is so tasteful - albeit in a rather remote location that's neither here nor there. The staff were so attentive and extremely helpful and polite. I cannot say that it is the best Sunday lunch in the world as I have not eaten every Sunday lunch on offer but other than a few onions in my Yorkshire pudding, I cannot think of any way it could be better.

Lamb Neck Stew

This was so easy and really what you need when you want warming comfort food.

What you will need
2 lamb neck chops, cut in half
Plain flour
Olive oil
3 onions, peeled and cut into wedges
2 parsnips, peeled and cut into four or six depending on the size
6 garlic cloves
Salt and pepper
Fresh rosemary
6-8 small potatoes, cut in half
Stock – I used vegetable

Giraffe at Basingstoke

I have said that I don't like to be rude, but today, the restaurant Giraffe deserves a less than kind word from me! To sum up my experience of the food, the atmosphere, the staff and the price I would have to go with: Bleugh.

Firstly, I was tempted in by the lunch menu; £6.95 for a main course and a drink. Having been before and had good food and helpful staff (albeit at another location) I would have been a fool not to waltz on in and order away. Turns out I was the fool for putting my foot in the door.

Chocolate and Brioche Bread and Butter Pudding

I have had a request for this recipe but unfortunately I haven’t made it since I started blogging so I have no pictures to go with it! My apologies. 

What you will need
220g Brioche
Butter for spreading
50g dark chocolate chips
1 egg
2 egg yolks
3 tbsp caster sugar
410g can light evaporated milk

Anzac Biscuits and Chocolate Nut Biscuits

What a week! I felt like I’d earned a good baking session. The following two recipes are really easy and truly yummy.

Anzac Biscuits

Yes perhaps I am a bit premature for Anzac day but nonetheless, they are a deliciously oaty crunchy cookie.