Time:
Like space but more personal and precious, although you are free to use it as you wish, it will force you to travel in only one direction. Sharing time with someone is the greatest gift you can receive.
Author Archives: Olivier Dehon
Limoncello
I am making some Limoncello after our ski trip at Anne and Louis-Carl in Montgenevre, close to Turin. Anne had made some very nice Limoncello and I asked for the recipe, which she kindly shared. The recipe is very easy, … Continue reading
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Getting frustrated
58 minutes to do 6.5 miles in central London…this commute is doing my head in…
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Oli’s Duck Rillettes
I made some Duck rillettes! Another recipe that is very easy to do but requires a little bit of time. I am keen on learning recipes of the past, which have now become for most people something that you can … Continue reading
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Tarte Tatin – Oli simple way
A very simple apple tart which is always a success. There are a few complicated ways of making a “tarte tatin”. The following simple method makes a very decent tart… It is possible to upgrade this one with homemade caramel … Continue reading
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Mussels – Upgrading the Tesco version
I pan fry with a small amount of butter a few carrots, some garlic, a couple of celery stalks and a bit of pepper. (The fancy ones from the larder, like the Madagascar pepper – VOATSIPERIFERY PEPPER) Add the mussels … Continue reading
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Walnut Oil
Decided to make some walnut oil with all the walnuts from my uncle in Belgium. I toasted them in a pan and then put them in sunflower oil. I will leave it all to infuse for a few weeks. I … Continue reading
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Sign Glass Pharms
I upgraded the office sign for the office and included some space to put the doorbell… Using my recently upgraded laser. New 60w CO2 laser with upgraded software. Now running Lighburn and capable of reading the Adobe Illustrator files I … Continue reading
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Wise words from Gad’s mum
It is not because you have much that you do not deserve to receive and it is not because you do not have much that you cannot give.
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Chili con carne
I made a large quantity of Chili con carne so that Noe could have some to return to University in Bristol… It is very easy to make. Slow cook in the oven to let all the spices and flavours spread … Continue reading
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ESP3 BLE FEATHER
It sounds like a secret code from a James Bond movie…. A small project to learn how to build a multi-colour capable led light. I am learning new skills with Bluetooth Low energy As well as some electronics and … Continue reading
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Aviation Subsidiary
We just opened the aviation subsidiary of our business….I am the General of the Airforce of Glass Pharms Ltd. When you work hard, you must remember to have a little fun occasionally. The team thought it was appropriate for me … Continue reading
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Sausage roll
I want to make some and want to save the recipe here… Ingredients : 500g of Mindec Pork 100 g of Pancetta Fresh Sage 2 sheets of puff pastry 1 small … Continue reading
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Blueberry Jelly Jam
Blueberry jam is a lot nicer if you make it yourself at home. I use only 44% sugar and juice of 2 limes to enhance the flavour. I filter the skins to make a jelly-like jam which I enjoy most … Continue reading
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Duck Confit
Super simple to do and is a perfect winter dish. Ingredients : 2 Duck Legs Appprox 750ml or up to 1L of Duck Fat. (In the butter aisle in the supermarket) Salt + Pepper … Continue reading
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Rustic – Pâté de Campagne – Terrine
I am having a go at making some rustic terrine this weekend. Ingredients : 500g Minced Porc or Shoulder that you mince yourself. 500g Porc liver. 500g Pork Belly. 250g Pancetta or Smoked bacon … Continue reading
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Pickled Beetroots and Shallots
[Update 2023] This continues to be a favourite recipe. I should do this more often and throughout the year. I bought some Kilner Jars for the new 23′ edition. I decided to do a few pickled onions for winter. Soon … Continue reading
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Duck Terrine, must do one…
UPDATE : This is similar but different to the other Duck Meat Loaf I do. This one is more “classic” as it is with porc. The other one can be found here! I decided to make a few classics for … Continue reading
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