Philippa Davis

make now enjoy later recipes

Make now, enjoy later recipes Pre-dinner nibbles are a must for any house party. This delicious mackerel pâté can be made in advance and is easy to serve. Serves 8…

Christmas sherry recipes

Three sherry recipes for Christmas It was when I first started working as a chef at Moro, a Spanish restaurant in London, that I became aware of how little I…

I think of elevenses snacks for shooting as canapés’ slightly bigger, more boisterous cousin. Both need to look attractive, be packed full of flavour and must be easy to eat…

Cakes

Buttery cornbread with cheese and chives I was first introduced to cornbread when cooking for some American clients on a shoot in Wiltshire. At their request, I made a batch…

Pot roast partridge recipe

Pot-roast partridge with apples, crème fraîche, lardons and tarragon This pot-roast partridge recipe is good natured and leaves you time to get on with other things whilst it is cooking.…

Pumpkin, venison and bean chilli

Pumpkin is not just for pies. The autumn favourite is versatile, as shown in this recipe for pumpkin, venison and bean chilli. (Read more of The Field’s autumnal recipes here.)…

Inspired by the classic Spanish tapas dish patatas bravas, this is my go-to for a winter weekend supper. Braised partridge with chorizo, roast potatoes and aioli Ingredients  Serves 2 Braised partridge…

grouse tacos

I am always excited about welcoming grouse into the kitchen. Its small, plump, perfect little body, the rich, dark, dense meat and its utterly unique wild herbaceous aroma sets my…