Grant Hawthorne

African Volcano win Great Taste Awards

foodadmin — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 07:34:12 +0000

South African chef’s marinade and sauce hit a 2:1, both striking gold in the Great Taste Awards Great Britain’s gourmet palates have been set alight by African Volcano, a premium peri peri sauce and marinade that showcases the talents of award-winning chef, Grant Hawthorne. Says Hawthorne: “I am delighted that four months after launching my... Read More

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Khao Soi Recipe

foodadmin — Wed, 16 May 2012 06:45:42 +0000

Khao Soi – Northern Thai chicken curry This is my version of the northern Thai speciality of Khao Soi or Khao Suey. I first encountered it on a trip to Chiang Mai, some years ago and it is by far my favourite Thai meal. Easy to prepare and can be done in advance. Y= 8pax... Read More

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African Volcano launches in the UK

foodadmin — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 06:30:02 +0000

African Volcano launches in the UK. Inspired by Africa, produced in Great Britain Award-winning Master Chef of Great Britain, Grant Hawthorne, has launched his own-label African Volcano Peri Peri sauces and marinades here in the United Kingdom. At present there are two lines: the Peri Peri marinade and the Peri Peri sauce. Cape Town-born Mr... Read More

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Roganic Restaurant, London

granthawthorne — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 10:05:48 +0000

Roganic Restaurant Review Dinner in London’s most-hyped and new opening is bound to present a few problems: The first of which is: “can I get a reservation”. The second of which might include: “which friends do I invite to join me”. The third might simply be: “will it live up to the hype?” Tricky problems,... Read More

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The Waterside Inn, Bray

granthawthorne — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 10:04:43 +0000

The Waterside Inn, Bray Review There is something to be said for a full restaurant, on a Sunday evening, in the heart of the English countryside, in the midst of the worst economic recession to date. Not just any old restaurant, mind. Rather a restaurant that has been around for many years and has led... Read More

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Barbecue hints and tips

granthawthorne — Mon, 30 May 2011 18:07:39 +0000

BBQ or Braai tips using wood. The following is merely a guide for using wood as part of your BBQ routine. If using gas, you will need to adjust your cooking times and monitor your gas bottle. If using coal, become familiar with the heat that is generated from them. It is not exhaustive, however... Read More

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Hollandse Biefstuk Recipe

granthawthorne — Tue, 17 May 2011 07:00:41 +0000

This recipe is a variation of one taught to me by the late Jan Warmerdam, who set up the first steakhouse in Cape Town, South Africa. Aptly named “The Cattleman”, it was the forerunner of what steakhouses were to become and the legendary Dutchman’s signature dish was a “Hollandse Biefstuk” (or Dutch beef steak):... Read More

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The local butcher

granthawthorne — Mon, 16 May 2011 18:48:34 +0000

Having had a recent conversation with my younger brother about the benefits of buying whole joints from the butcher, he suggested I blog it. Being raised in Cape Town, we were blessed with great weather; an outdoor lifestyle and a massive culture of meat. Our local butcher was where we went to get proper... Read More

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The Ship Wandsworth

granthawthorne — Wed, 04 May 2011 15:52:38 +0000

The Ship Wandsworth restaurant review I’ve eaten a couple of times at The Ship Wandsworth – the flagship pub that is part of the 244-strong Young’s pub company – and the plan was to bid Dave Ahern a fond farewell in his first chef’s position there. By bid, I mean hurl abuse at him whilst... Read More

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140 characters. A recipe for success at KaiWeCare

granthawthorne — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 07:06:19 +0000

140 characters. A recipe for success at KaiWeCare It takes a lot more than 140 characters for KaiWeCare to be adequately described. However I will make an attempt to do so.You may just question what is in my coffee, as I sit and write that? Nothing, aside from a pleasantly warm feeling for a group... Read More

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