Lobster is a popular fish, one that can be found all around the world. However, two of the most commonly used varieties come from America and Europe. Of course, America's fine catch is the biggest and tastiest of them all!
You could always try and cook it yourself if you're feeling adventurous. As I'm sure many a chef will tell you, it's best to tackle this whilst it is still alive. Furthermore, it's important to keep the main cooking process as simple as possible by either grilling, baking, boiling or steaming your lobster, using very little seasoning. In terms of serving it, you could either try a simple butter sauce or lemon jus. However, for something more wholesome, you could rustle up a classic risotto or rice accompaniment - not a course for the faint-hearted! If you were to ask me what my favourite lobster recipe of all time was, I would most definitely say the old Lobster Thermidor (that's grilled and smothered with a cheese and mustard sauce to you and I).
You may have already gathered that I'm a keen enthusiast of the more traditional, OK I admit it 70's, menu. But, I have to say that recently I have been blown away by some of the incredibly tasteful fusion dishes that have been taking the restaurant scene by storm! For example, at a Surrey food fair last Christmas, I came across a corker of a Lobster recipe wait for it Marine Lobster Benedict. Yes, you read that right, I'm talking about grilled lobster, on a bed of steamed asparagus and toasted muffins, accompanied by a fine cut of bacon, hollandaise sauce, and lemon and parsley to taste: pure culinary genius!
If you're new to the delights of lobster, or its an old-age favourite as it is mine, why not try an equally lavish London venue to match your superb palate? The truly exquisite restaurants of House 19 and House 21 in private member's club Home House, Portman Square, both put on legendary lobster nights on a monthly basis.
This month, you could try
The Restaurant in House 19 to choose classic grilled with garlic butter or barnaise and fries whilst taking in the stunning vista of Portman Square.
Or be drawn to the deliciously aromatic dish of lobster, Asian spices and rice recipe created by chef Malwin Moe in the stunning surroundings of The Octagon Dining Room, House 21.
You could always try and cook it yourself if you're feeling adventurous. As I'm sure many a chef will tell you, it's best to tackle this whilst it is still alive. Furthermore, it's important to keep the main cooking process as simple as possible by either grilling, baking, boiling or steaming your lobster, using very little seasoning. In terms of serving it, you could either try a simple butter sauce or lemon jus. However, for something more wholesome, you could rustle up a classic risotto or rice accompaniment - not a course for the faint-hearted! If you were to ask me what my favourite lobster recipe of all time was, I would most definitely say the old Lobster Thermidor (that's grilled and smothered with a cheese and mustard sauce to you and I).
You may have already gathered that I'm a keen enthusiast of the more traditional, OK I admit it 70's, menu. But, I have to say that recently I have been blown away by some of the incredibly tasteful fusion dishes that have been taking the restaurant scene by storm! For example, at a Surrey food fair last Christmas, I came across a corker of a Lobster recipe wait for it Marine Lobster Benedict. Yes, you read that right, I'm talking about grilled lobster, on a bed of steamed asparagus and toasted muffins, accompanied by a fine cut of bacon, hollandaise sauce, and lemon and parsley to taste: pure culinary genius!
If you're new to the delights of lobster, or its an old-age favourite as it is mine, why not try an equally lavish London venue to match your superb palate? The truly exquisite restaurants of House 19 and House 21 in private member's club Home House, Portman Square, both put on legendary lobster nights on a monthly basis.
This month, you could try
The Restaurant in House 19 to choose classic grilled with garlic butter or barnaise and fries whilst taking in the stunning vista of Portman Square.
Or be drawn to the deliciously aromatic dish of lobster, Asian spices and rice recipe created by chef Malwin Moe in the stunning surroundings of The Octagon Dining Room, House 21.
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Home House is an exclusive social club for people from all walks of life, which is part of its charm. Quite unlike many other private members clubs in london, Home House is a place to relax or the perfect spot for a working day. Home House is also hosting London's best Private Dining Events.
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