William’s Diary – Back to Gleneagles Hotel

William’s Diary – Back to Gleneagles Hotel

William is excited to be returning to the iconic Scottish hotel that helped shape his career. William trained as an apprentice for three year under the guidance of Ian Ironside, who at the time was considered one of the finest patissiers in Britain. The skills taught...
Seasonal Recipe – Raspberry & Pistachio Macaron Hearts

Seasonal Recipe – Raspberry & Pistachio Macaron Hearts

Makes 12   Raspberry Macaron Heart Shells Pistachio Crème Mousselline Raspberry Cremeux Raspberry Compote Fresh raspberries to decorate   For the raspberry macaron heart shells: 240g egg whites (about 8 eggs) 250g ground almonds, sifted 250g icing...
New from the Curley Kitchen – Burns Night

New from the Curley Kitchen – Burns Night

New from the Curley Kitchen   Spending time in Scotland is always an inspiration for me to develop new recipes so it suited me fine to return to my chocolate kitchen with Burns night just around the corner! After an evening of haggis, whisky and cranachan I of...
Seasonal Recipe – Fudge Doughnuts

Seasonal Recipe – Fudge Doughnuts

Like me, if deep fried Pizza isn’t to your taste perhaps another Fife speciality is more appealing! Here is one of my favourites, as featured in Nostalgic Delights.   Fudge Doughnuts Recipes:     Beignet Dough, Crème Patissier, Sea Salt Caramel, Caramel Fondant...
William’s Diary – Burns Night 2018

William’s Diary – Burns Night 2018

Burns Night is nearly upon us, and a great time to celebrate all things Scottish. Fair fa’ your honest, sonsie face, Great chieftain o the puddin’-race! As a young chef at Gleneagles Hotel, I remember being called upon to assist with the cutting of the...