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Articles by old father foodie

About old father foodie
Old Father Foodie spent over 20 years working as a chef in and around the Glasgow area. He watched the rise of Lambrusco, the demise of the steak house and still remembers life before Mcdonalds. He then spent many years working on education projects in Europe. Still a keen cook, he has picked up the odd tip or two along the way and now enjoys sharing them on these pages.
mussel chowder
Recipe

Mussel Chowder Recipe

26 June 2023 old father foodie 0
The title says Mussel Chowder, but you can use any firm white fish or shellfish you fancy. Both scenarios are [Read more]
Hotel restaurant

Pine Trees Hotel, Pitlochry

21 February 2022 old father foodie 0
A hotel in Pitlochry for food and relaxation The picturesque highland town of Pitlochry is always a great stop on [Read more]
bakery

Bad Girl Bakery, Muir Of Ord, Scotland

17 February 2022 old father foodie 0
Sweet and savoury treats on the menu at Highland Bad Girl Bakery Bad Girls Bakery in Muir of Ord offers [Read more]
Lime pickle making jars
Recipe

Lime Pickle Part Two

8 March 2021 old father foodie 0
Lime Pickle Part Two: Tempering and Ageing Your limes and other ingredients should have been fermenting for at least four [Read more]
Lime pickle week 1
Recipe

Lime Pickle Week 1

11 February 2021 old father foodie Comments Off on Lime Pickle Week 1
My lime pickle has been fermenting for a week now. It has settled by about two inches and built up [Read more]
Lime pickle recipe
Recipe

Lime pickle recipe

3 February 2021 old father foodie Comments Off on Lime pickle recipe
Make your own lime pickle Lime pickle is a great accompaniment for curry that can also add a tangy twist [Read more]
Mont blanc, marron et orange sanguine. Dessert was another nod to French tradition. A sponge base topped with blood orange, capped with crunchy meringue and coated with chestnut puree.
Cuisine

A restaurant for the New Year in Paris – Les Fous de L’Iîle, Paris

11 January 2020 old father foodie 0
Celebrating New Year in Paris Paris is a popular New Year destination. But where to eat?  Here’s a suggestion for [Read more]
Bad Girl Bakery muir of Ord
bakery

Food Review: Bad Girl Bakery, Muir of Ord

27 August 2019 old father foodie 0
Bad girls, good food When people think of Bad Girl Bakery they usually think of the great cakes they sell. [Read more]
brasserie abode events
Drink

Brasserie Abode Distillers Night Meal with Buffalo Trace

9 December 2018 old father foodie 0
Brasserie Abode in Glasgow’s city centre run regular event nights including monthly distillers nights, wine nights and jazz nights. Each [Read more]
Foodie Explorers tomato sauce recipe
Food

Recipe: Tomato Sauce

20 August 2018 old father foodie 2
Make your own tomato sauce and taste the difference A decent tomato sauce opens the door to many tasty dishes. [Read more]
Chicken Marbella recipe Spanish food
Food

Recipe: Chicken Marbella

11 August 2018 old father foodie 0
A seventies dinner party favourite rediscovered. Chicken Marbella supposedly first appeared in “The Silver Pallate”, a US cookbook. Though you [Read more]
Sekanjabin Persian drink recipe
Drink

Recipe: Sekanjabin – refreshing soft drink

4 August 2018 old father foodie 0
Refreshing Sekanjabin drink recipe Sekanjabin is sweetened vinegar. It might sound odd, but in makes a great cooling drink that [Read more]
Robyn’s nest cafe Maryhill Still Game breakfast
Food

Food Review: Robyn’s Nest, Maryhill, Glasgow (Still Game Cafe)

4 August 2018 old father foodie 0
Breakfast with Jack and Victor at Robyn’s Nest Robyn’s Nest on Glasgow’s Maryhill Road has a special claim to fame. [Read more]
Galloway country fair Innis and gunn hot dog
Drink

Galloway Country Fair with exclusive Innis and Gunn Beer Dog

30 July 2018 old father foodie 0
Innis and bun: exclusive beer hotdog to sell at Galloway Country Fair One of the best parts of Summer is [Read more]
Fish stew Samphire seafood restaurant Inveraray scotland
Food

Food: Samphire, Inveraray

18 July 2018 old father foodie 0
Seafood at Samphire Inveraray Popped into Samphire at Inveraray for lunch recently. What a treat.  Samphire specialise in seafood, a [Read more]
Trust 111 by Nico Glasgow tasting menu
Food

Food review: TRUST 111 by Nico, Glasgow

6 July 2018 old father foodie 1
Will you TRUST 111 by Nico? 111 by Nico is a firm favourite with the Foodie Explorer clan. Great food, [Read more]
Chez Mal Malmaison glasgow Summer Menu Signature cotes du boef
Food

New Summer Menu at Malmaison including vegan and gluten-free menus

19 June 2018 old father foodie 1
Malmaison’s Chez Mal introduces new summer menu Summer is here with the introduction of the new Summer Menu at Malmaison [Read more]
Food

World Buttery Championship

15 June 2018 old father foodie 0
  World Buttery Championship this weekend The 16th of June is a big day for Rowie fans. North East Scotland [Read more]
glasgows whisky festival
Drink

Event Review: Glasgow’s Whisky Festival

9 December 2017 old father foodie 0
Glasgow’s Whisky Festival Whisky festivals are always a pleasure. For the cost of a ticket, you get to sample old [Read more]
Mandira London yoghurt Covent Garden
Food

Food Review: Mandira, London

3 December 2017 old father foodie 0
Time to think outside the strawberry yoghurt pot I’m  a big fan of strained yoghurt.  Not only is it tasty, [Read more]
No Picture
Scotland

Event: Galloway Country Fair, 19-20 August

16 August 2017 old father foodie 0
Country pursuits and entertainment for all Looking for a great day out on the weekend of 19-20 August? Then look [Read more]
Finnieston

Food review: Six by Nico ‘The Chippy’ Glasgow

11 March 2017 old father foodie 1
1 + 1 + 1 = Six by Nico We really like 111 by Nico, an established Glasgow favourite (See [Read more]
Food

Event review: An audience with Nick Nairn

6 February 2017 old father foodie 0
Dinner, bed, breakfast, celebrity chef? Check! January is a cold dreich month, so when I was invited to An Audience with [Read more]
Recipe creamed brocolli
Recipe

Recipe: Creamed Broccoli

29 January 2017 old father foodie 0
Tired of trees? Then here is a creamy alternative take that will change your opinion on broccoli forever. It also [Read more]

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