A Colourful Plate: Chilli Mango Chicken Meatballs, Feta, Sticky Apricots & Peppers, Tzatziki & Ciabatta — An Epic Open Sandwich
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A Colourful Plate: Chilli Mango Chicken Meatballs, Feta, Sticky Apricots & Peppers, Tzatziki & Ciabatta — An Epic Open Sandwich

Chilli and mango chicken meatballs, chargrilled peppers, salty feta, sticky apricots, and fresh rocket piled high on toasted ciabatta, finished with cool, garlicky tzatziki and fresh basil. Sweet, spicy, creamy, and herby — Perfect for an open sandwich, lunch box sensation, or easy summer entertaining. Full recipe coming soon!

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Tangerine & Rosemary Roast Chicken Thighs with a Touch of Sumac and Cumin
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Tangerine & Rosemary Roast Chicken Thighs with a Touch of Sumac and Cumin

There’s something about the festive season that makes me slow down and savour cooking dishes that fill the kitchen with beautiful aromas. I love exploring slightly alternative flavours at Christmas, and this Tangerine & Rosemary Roast Chicken is full of them—zesty tangerine, cumin, and honey create a smoky, caramelised delicious roast. I often serve it with flatbreads and Greek yoghurt, or golden roast potatoes and fresh greens, perfect for a festive meal.

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Saturday Supper: Tarragon & Orange Chicken from Emily Scott’s Sea & Shore Cookbook
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Saturday Supper: Tarragon & Orange Chicken from Emily Scott’s Sea & Shore Cookbook

With summer finally arriving in Northern Ireland, I cooked Emily Scott’s Tarragon & Orange Chicken—a dish that feels like the season itself: bright, tender, and filled with gentle herbal notes. It was one of those meals where the sauce alone makes you close your eyes for a moment. In this piece, I share how I made it (just a little adapted), and why it’s a recipe I’ll come back to every time the days grow long and warm.

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Baked Tarragon, Spinach and Feta Eggs
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Baked Tarragon, Spinach and Feta Eggs

These baked tarragon and spinach eggs are a great way to start your day. They’re creamy, satisfying, and full of goodness — with protein from the eggs and fibre and iron from the spinach. It’s an easy way to enjoy a balanced, nourishing breakfast that keeps you feeling full and energised. I hope you enjoy it!

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