My Manchester Food Monthly
Published on 30 May 13
Whether you are staying in Manchester this summer or if you are travelling abroad, here are some exciting recipes to bring a little sunshine into your kitchen… or if you’re lucky onto your BBQ!
Portugal & Spain
Portuguese-style Nando’s complete with sizzling marinated chicken, spicy rice and crunchy chips
For a crowd pleasing dinner, try this tasty chicken and chorizo paella. For super quick and healthy Spanish recipes, why not enjoy a glorious gazpacho or salmorejo?
America
For every burger you could ever imagine including see this heavenly list – but warning: It’s not for the faint hearted!
Fancy eating out?There are some awesome American restaurants in Manchester from TGI Friday’s and Gorilla Kitchen to Almost Famous Burgers… you’re spoilt for choice! Fresco Freddo’s Gelateria is relatively new to Manchester. The gelateria offers a fantastic variety of ice creams including traditional favourites to modern Italian twists. Even if the sun isn’t shining outside, you’ll feel like you are in your own Italian haven – complete with delicious pancakes and waffles! |
Bring a taste of Tennessee to your meal with a sweet and sticky Jack Daniels rib glaze sauce ready in just 15 minutes
Add a touch of New Orleans to your dinner with Southern Comfort chicken. The sauce will smother your chicken and make it super tender – perfect for BBQs or dinner with friends
These bacon wrapped chicken wings are a real crowd pleaser and so easy to make. Why not add some cheese to the caramelised glaze for extra stickiness and taste?
For dessert, Oreo cookie ice cream which is easy to create without an ice cream maker
Italy
A calzone is essentially a folded pizza which is filled with cheese, tomatoes, meat and vegetables.
Antipasti platters are great for sharing with friends or can make the perfect lunch. Simply buy some fresh, crunchy bread, add a selection of cooked meats including pastrami, salami and prosciutto, dress it with a bit of mozzarella, parmesan and olives and you’ll have yourself an epic Italian platter!
There are arguably too many Italian desserts to choose from but if you feel like creating a slab of pure dessert heaven then why not try Nigella’s Nutella cheesecake?
Dough Pizza Kitchen offers an amazing range of pizzas including toppings of fish and chips, pulled pork, cheeseboard and dolcelatte steak. Located in the Northern Quarter it’s a great place to visit with friends and family.
Cyprus & Greece
Koupepia is a dish which is recreated all over Europe and the Middle East. It can be made with minced pork or rice depending upon your preferences – but simply add vine leaves, peppers, onions, tomatoes and mint and away you go!
My Big Fat Greek Salad with Grilled Halloumi is frankly scrumptious dish which is perfect for the summer months.
Souvlaki is a fun and easy BBQ alternative which can be served nicely with warmed flatbreads and a creamy dollop of tzatziki
East Asia
The world has arguably been taken over by’ Psy fever’. To create your own juicy Gangnam Style Chicken Wings then check out this recipe – it’s fun and delicious, just remember to “Opa… Gangnam Style!”
The Perfect Great British Picnic
Despite all the amazing international food and recipes, sometimes you just can’t go wrong with a Great British picnic.
Traditional food ideas for a picnic include: smoked salmon and cucumber sandwiches, cheese and pineapple sticks, quiche, scotch eggs, sausage rolls, jelly and trifle.
A delicious picnic dessert is the classic Queen of Hearts tarts. The crispy pastry and sweet jam are perfect treats for lazy afternoons in the park.