Though it’s fun to switch up traditions, one musn’t be without chocolate at Easter says Philippa Davis. This pecan praline chocolate fudge cake is guaranteed to please the troops. For…
Sweet things
Orange, ginger and cardamom steamed pudding with rhubarb compote
Steamed food has a bad reputation, but it doesn’t have to be flavour-less and fun-free, insists Philippa Davis. This orange, ginger and cardamom steamed pudding with rhubarb compote is the…
Chocolate, ginger and orange Easter cake
There are ways to consume cocoa this Easter without unwrapping yet another chocolate egg. Put aside time this long weekend to bake Philippa Davis’ chocolate, ginger and orange Easter cake.…
Pear, apple, blackberry and port pie
Pie is the ultimate comfort food, says Philippa Davis. So when something sweet is required, try our pear, apple, blackberry and port pie – best served with a side of…
Apple, honey and carrot cake. Serve for shoot tea
For something satisfyingly rich yet perfectly sweet, Philippa Davis’ apple, honey and carrot cake is the ideal offering for shoot tea. For inspiration on what to do with the windfalls,…
Blackcurrant clafoutis
Clafoutis is traditionally made with black cherries but, in Philippa Davis’ opinion, this twist on the classic using blackcurrants is far superior. This version of the fruity, French baked pud…
Black forest brownies
Social distancing requires innovative shoot lunches this season. Philippa Davis recommends a pandemic compliant picnic. These indulgent black forest brownies, with brandy and cherry jam, make the perfect pud. For…
Trifle opera cake jars with amaretto
With country house opera postponed or cancelled, put on a picnic worthy of Glyndebourne’s lawns at home. Don your finery, select a family member to provide the entertainment and indulge…
Gooseberry, lime and elderflower travel cakes
These gooseberry, lime and elderflower travel cakes are inspired by the French tradition of bringing an edible present to a party or picnic. Try Philippa Davis’ recipe for the perfect…
Strawberry and mascarpone profiteroles with salted caramel sauce
Are you after a sweet treat to parcel for a friend and drop on the doorstep? Or something gloriously indulgent to pack in the picnic hamper? Philippa Davis’ strawberry and…