A fresh take on Indian dining in the heart of Nottingham. In this Passan’s Nottingham Review, Hey Lolly dives into smoky monkfish, standout chaat, and a dining room that balances modern polish with old-world charm.
An 18-minute Thai Red King Prawn curry layered with coconut milk, baby corn, and fresh lime. Fast, fragrant, and packed with flavour – the perfect weeknight dinner.
Crisp salmon, briny potatoes, smoky courgettes, this Salmon with Puttanesca Potatoes recipe proves dinner can be abundant, quick, and stylish.
Juicy Za’atar Chicken Thighs with roasted tomato & anchovy salsa – a bold, balanced 30-minute dish that’s all about maximum flavour and confidence in the kitchen cooking from scratch.
This speedy chicken burrito bowl is everything you want midweek: juicy spiced chicken, lime–coriander rice, beans, avocado, and a drizzle of chilli cream.
Crispy potato cakes with salmon are the sort of brunch that feels celebratory without asking too much of you. Hot, golden cakes, cool avocado cream, and silky folds of smoked salmon create a plate that’s indulgent enough for champagne.
A King Prawn Tomato Risotto layered with tomatoes three ways, plump lemony prawns, and mascarpone creaminess — weeknight comfort in under 30 minutes.
Five store cupboard staples I actually use – Chilli Vinegar, Capers, White Miso, Harissa and Cannellini Beans – plus 60-second formulas to take you from ‘bits’ to dinner, fast.
If you’re searching for Sunday lunch in Nottingham, The Griffin at Plumtree deserves your attention. A village pub with plenty of charm, it serves up hearty roasts, big portions, and some memorable dishes – though my most recent visit showed there’s still room to refine the experience.
A vibrant Thai poached chicken salad with coconut-poached chicken, glass noodles, fresh herbs, and a perfectly balanced Thai dressing. Light, fragrant, and full of sunshine.
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