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I love good food and I especially love local, seasonal produce. The Delicate Diner captures some of the amazing food and producers I have met through recipes, interviews, and reviews. I appeared on MasterChef in 2019 and enjoy doing cooking demos across the UK. Contact me to find out more – including my debut novel, Sandstorm! (See below)

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From the Archives

From the Archives

And my other publication...

The latest release from the fabulous @flintvineyar $The latest release from the fabulous @flintvineyard - I cannot wait to try this. A very special limited edition from this south Norfolk vineyard, underlining just how brilliant our English wines are. "Since our first year in 2016, Ben has been planning a special traditional method sparkling wine. Some customers might remember the 2016 Blanc de noirs, our only traditional method sparkling release to date. The same fruit used for this wine was also the starting point for a long-term reserve wine, for which Ben saved the very best fractions of juice over 3 years – 2016, 2017 and 2018." Their Blanc de Noirs was amazing, and I have a feeling that this will be very special indeed.$

When Persiana Everyday meets The Nutmeg Trail! Fo

When Persiana Everyday meets The Nutmeg Trail!

For last night's @fifaworldcup match, I decided to follow my favourite flavours and make an Arabic street food mezze - @eleanorfordfood sumac pitas using @farmisonuk heritage mince beef, with @sabrinaghayour sweet potato and halloumi rostis - veggies from @giddensthompson - and pomegranate glazed chicken wings, from @palfreyandhall

It was all delicious and was perfect to eat while watching @england go through to the Quarter Finals!

What a delicious vegetarian main from the new @sto

What a delicious vegetarian main from the new @stokemill festive menu! Beetroot pithivier with wild mushrooms, spinach, double podded broad beans and a split sauce. Adding to the luxury is a truffle mac'n'cheese on the side making this an indulgent and satisfying dish. Thanks to Stoke Mill and all the team for kicking off Christmas 2022 in style!

My rustic winter tart ticks all the boxes. Filled

My rustic winter tart ticks all the boxes. Filled with my favourite flavours of winter, it is a delicious main for vegetarian guests. You may want to save this post for later as this recipe makes great use of Christmas leftovers! Link in bio.

@oldhallfarm @mrstemplescheese

#recipe #recipeideas #recipealert #wintertart #brusselsprouts #bluecheese #chestnuts #winter #winter2022 #winterflavours #thedelicatediner #thedelicatedinerskitchen #masterchef #masterchefuk #mykitchen #mykitchentable #foodphotography #foodphotographer #vegetarianfood #vegetarianrecipes #linkinbio #bluecheesetart #rawmilk #tasty #tastyfood #tastytasty #christmasleftovers

Heading home, so I am sharing another true taste o

Heading home, so I am sharing another true taste of France with this classic vanilla crème brûlée. Is there anything more satisfying than breaking through the caramel top to the sweetness underneath?

How fun to be in France for Beaujolais Nouveau Day

How fun to be in France for Beaujolais Nouveau Day! We had just returned from dinner when the barman in our hotel offered us a drop of this @domainedelacroixdelange Beaujolais Nouveau to try - and it was super!

If this is what the 2022 harvest tastes like, then we are in for a treat next year!

My last demo for 2022 - visit @geraldgiles.co.uk t

My last demo for 2022 - visit @geraldgiles.co.uk to book your space!

Posted @withrepost • @geraldgiles.co.uk Learn how to make the perfect Christmas foodie hamper with Masterchef contestant Samantha Mattocks (@thedelicatediner)!

Saturday 3rd December 2022 - 10:30 to 12:30
Blofield Heath, NR13 4SQ

Limited spaces! Book your tickets today... https://bit.ly/ChristmasFoodieGiftsEvent

#cookingevent #chefdemonstration #foodie #sweettreats #christmasfavourites #xmas

Look at the size of this amazing cauliflower from

Look at the size of this amazing cauliflower from @giddensthompson ! It was grown at @thetacons and I think some of it deserves to be made into the ultimate luxury of cauliflower cheese using raw Jersey milk from @oldhallfarm What do you think?

Pie time!!! How utterly scrummy do these game pi

Pie time!!!

How utterly scrummy do these game pies from @palfreyandhall look? Having with mash and leeks - and @f1 quali.

@lottie_country_agent do you approve?!

Just love local.

I am just back from doing my demo for Bungay Stree

I am just back from doing my demo for Bungay Street Markets @bungay.suffolk on the @local_flavoursuk cookery stage - my warming sausage and butterbean casserole went down a treat with those watching. Make it yourself this week to this tasty dish using @oldhallfarm no carb sausages, chorizo from @marshpigcharcuterie and bread from @hempnallvillagebakery on the side. It is delicious - and perfect for bonfire night! Link in bio.

#cookingdemo #cookingstage #bungay #foodanddrink #masterchef #localflavours #thedelicatediner #sausages #casserole #onepotdish #butterbeans #sausagebutterbeancasserole #economymeal #familyfood #makeittonight #foodphotography #recipeoftheday #healthyfood #nocarbsausage #delicous #cookerytheatre #demo #sogood

Heading back to Amman before flying home tomorrow

Heading back to Amman before flying home tomorrow morning. This coffee and biscotti should keep me going! Best I've had since I arrived in Jordan.

#coffee #espresso #doubleespresso #biscotti #jordan #middleeast #travelling #thedelicatedinerabroad #readytogohome #foodphotography #instacoffee

Fresh dates in the Middle East. #dates #travel #J

Fresh dates in the Middle East.

#dates #travel #Jordan #food #foodphotography #freshdates #samanthamattocks #middleast #thedelicatedinerabroad #amman #waho #thearabianmagazine #wanderlust #international #flavours #delicious

The turning out of a traditional Jordanian Magloub

The turning out of a traditional Jordanian Maglouba - a dish of rice, vegetables and chicken cooked over fire before being emptied on to a plate. Fun to see - and delicious to eat!

Thank you @lara_sawaya for the video!

Cheesy does it! Do you like what I did there?!

Cheesy does it!

Do you like what I did there?!

A fabulous garlic-heavy baked Camembert @kingsheadnewbuckenham today with @lou_c_79

The King's Head is the sister pub with rooms to @the_boars - one of my favourites - and this dish ticked all the boxes today. Cheesy cheesy!

Today, I had my first soft shell crab! Watching @m

Today, I had my first soft shell crab! Watching @masterchefau there is always soft shell crab, so when I saw it on the Sunday lunch menu @caistor_hall I just had to go for it!

This crispy soft shell crab 'taco' was delicious, and served with mango salsa, Asian salad, sweet chilli aioli, and citrus guacamole. It was zingy, fresh and just so good! Definitely a tick off the foodie bucket list - and yummily so!

Oh, I do love autumn! I also love roast chicken an

Oh, I do love autumn! I also love roast chicken and as we have plans with friends tomorrow, I went rogue and did this amazing @suttonhoochicken from @palfreyandhall tonight

It was in a juniper and coriander brine for six hours using a recipe from @mark_diacono new book, Spice. I have never brined before and safe to say, I am a total convert!

As well as the delicious gravy, this is being served with leeks, cabbage and buttery mash. Perfect food for an October day.

I was in Aachen at the weekend with @thearabianmag

I was in Aachen at the weekend with @thearabianmagazine and I enjoyed my annual Flam-kuche at the show! I think I prefer this to pizza, if truth be known. What about you?

My review of dinner, bed and breakfast @theloddons

My review of dinner, bed and breakfast @theloddonswan is live. As ever, this historic venue did not disappoint! Link in bio.

@jasonwrightchef @shelchefgibbs @kellywright_nw

#theswan #theswanloddon #review #foodwriter #foodphotographer #foodphotography #finedining #pub #rooms #dinner #bedandbreakfast #fullenglish #norfolk #theelms #tasty #comfortable #thedelicatediner #thedelicatedinergoesto #greatplace #historical #coachinginn #local #duck #codcheeks #stickytoffeepudding #nomnomnom

When your neighbours bring you eggs and there are

When your neighbours bring you eggs and there are leftover boiled potatoes in the fridge plus half a jar of chargrilled peppers - make Spanish tortilla.

It was my dad's birthday this weekend, and we did

It was my dad's birthday this weekend, and we did our best to celebrate amid the huge sadness we all feel at the passing of Her Majesty The Queen.

As we have now had a decent amount of rain, we got out our @outbackbbqs and I cooked steak - an incredible t-bone from @oldhallfarm from their own beef. With fillet and sirloin on one piece, this was a fantastic steak - gently rubbed with @yarevalleyoils and finished simply with @maldonsalt

Leftovers tonight, along with homegrown tomatoes and salad. I think we need the comfort of easy food right now - although it does need to be delicious!

This vibrant Spanish Summer Pork Casserole uses lo

This vibrant Spanish Summer Pork Casserole uses local pork, cooked in a slow cooker for an economical yet delicious family meal. Recipe link in bio.

#homecooking #itswhatsfordinner #slowcooker #crockpot #easydinner #weeknightmeals #comfortfood #porkcasserole #spanishflavours #mediterraneanfood #localfood #familyfood #foodphotograhy #naturallightphotography #foodie #thedelicatediner #oldhallfarm #recipe #delicious #flavour #simplefood #foodphotooftheday #tasty #Dinnerinspo #dinner #dinnertime #dinnerideas #dinnerrecipes

Do you like my plums?

Do you like my plums?

Those of you watching my stories over the weekend

Those of you watching my stories over the weekend will have seen that I finally got my baking groove back on. I did my take on @galettigram parmesan scone loaf, using Cheddar cheese, poppy seeds, herbs - and an egg from our
neighbours' hens!

This is SUCH a winner! All the flavour of a scone but so light, and utterly delicious. This was so easy to make, and I have a feeling it will become a go-to staple for rainy days - and any days! This would make a luxurious rarebit base, be great with a poached egg on top - I think that's tomorrow's breakfast sorted! - or just toasted with marmite butter and extra cheese. Scrummy!

Last night was a treat - lemon sole from Earsham S

Last night was a treat - lemon sole from Earsham Street FISH Company alongside fresh tagliatelle in a lemon, dill and crème fraiche sauce with tenderstem broccoli and peas.

It was so delicious - Cliff, from Earsham Street Fish in Bungay, and you must go if you haven't been already, starts his day at 4am, sourcing the best fish possible from the local fishermen. And it shows - I've never had a bad piece of fish from Cliff, and his knowledge is second to none. As ever - always support your local fishmonger, butcher, baker, farmer, florist, and yes, candlestick maker! Doing so really does help the world go around.

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