Side

A delicate and exquisite fennel and apple salad packed full of big flavours.

Canned whole baby beets can be substituted for fresh beetroot, if preferred. Potatoes, beetroot and peas can be cooked in advance and refrigerated, covered. Combine salad just before serving or beetroot will “bleed” into egg and potato Note

Wear disposable gloves when preparing chokoes as they will leave a sticky residue on your skin. Store pickle in a cool, dark place for at least three weeks before opening. Refrigerate after opening. Serve with cold meats and cheese. Note

Soba noodles are long, flat thin Japanese buckwheat noodles from Asian food stores and major supermarkets. Note