A perfect day for a smoking barbecue

Posted by petra08 on May 31, 2017 · 14 Comments 

smoked pork belly, duck breast and beef ribs

Sunshine, hot weather and a long weekend is an invite to a barbecue. I spoke to my friend and we decided to fire up the smoker. We had a bit of a brainstorming over a pint in the pub and the first vegetable that came up was onions and beetroots. We didn’t stop at the … Continue reading →

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Smoked beef and butternut squash salad

Posted by petra08 on October 20, 2016 · 11 Comments 

Smoked beef salad

The other day I almost stumbled in a shop over a box of Christmas cards. I can’t be the only one who thinks it is just a tiny bit early? Saying that I am reminded every morning listening to the radio where they have a count down. The count down makes it sound so close … Continue reading →

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My inner carnivore came out at The Smokehouse Islington

Posted by petra08 on July 2, 2014 · Leave a Comment 

The last few years I have made a conscious effort to eat less red meat and since moving to the seaside, more fish and always more vegetables. However I like meat and when I went to The Smokehouse Islington my inner carnivore came out in full force and I have to say if you are … Continue reading →

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