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Abroath smokies are haddocks that have been smoked over hardwood until they become a burnished gold colour with a deliciously smoky taste.  According to legend, the first one was born when a haddock was found …

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Since the American president, arguably the powerful man in the world, has such strong roots in Kenya, the little African country has been in the news somewhat more than usual.  In many countries African food …

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Chapatis are very popular in Kenya and these are particularly popular among the tourists. They’re absolutely delicious with curries, seafood, chicken or simply on their own with mascarpone and preserves (even though that’s hardly traditional). …

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The Indian influence in Kenya is felt, particularly, in the cuisine and this delicious yoghurt chutney is one of the gems that we couldn’t resist. It goes particularly well with fish but can be eaten …

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Matoke is a dish of mashed plantains and is popular in Kenya and Uganda – the difference lies in the fact that the Kenyans don’t use groundnuts thus creating a slightly lighter dish. It is …

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We, at JFN, have always believed that a healthy diet is achieved by eating a wide variety of foodstuffs in moderation. In the past years too much attention has been paid to scaremongers who constantly …

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Well, Christmas is over and many of us are feeling a little deflated – disappointed that a period of goodwill is over and even more disappointed that the holidays are over!  After a rather traumatic …

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Epiphany probably started out as a reasonably serious religious holiday but luckily the exuberance of man quickly turned something stern into something joyful. In Germany the day is known as Heilige Drei Könige and in …

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In the past two weeks we’ve been feasting and paying attention to food to such an extent that most of us will relish the thought of going back to basics. There are few things as …

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Cassoeula is a typical winter dish popular in Milan and Lombardy and is a really delicious option to serve your guests at this time of the year. It may not be the typical executive dish …