Food Revolution Day 2015
We are supporting Jamie Oliver this Friday 15th May in fighting for food education because we believe that children have the right to know where their food comes from and how it should be prepared. In this way they can make informed choices that lead to a healthy lifestyle. So please sign his petition, share it and spread the word.
A few years ago, Mischa partook in a similar project here in Holland encouraging children to lead a healthy and active life.
Here is an easy recipe using fresh fruit of the season to make with your kids. Let this be a basis from which to expand and get their friends and classmates involved!
Ingredients
7 raspberries
7 hulled strawberries
7 tangerines segments
7 cubes peeled mangoes
7 peeled pineapples chunks
7 peeled kiwi fruit chunks
7 green grapes
7 red grapes
2 blueberries
Method
Take 7 wooden skewers and thread the following fruit onto each – 1 raspberry, 1 hulled strawberry, 1 tangerine segment, 1 cube of peeled mango, 1 chunk of peeled pineapple, 1 chunk of peeled kiwi, 1 green and 1 red grape, and finish off with 2 blueberries. Arrange in a rainbow shape and let everyone help themselves.
DutchDeluxes
Founded in 2013, Dutchdeluxes is a design label based in the creative heart of the Dutch design city Eindhoven.
Driven by passion and fun, it brings extraordinary crafted ‘handmade in Holland’ food platters, bread boards and amazing aprons to the market. Classical elements are combined with sleek shapes in an innovative way.
The use of primary colours is fundamental for its design. Next to the range ‘Fashionable kitchen stuff & tableware’ the company is known for its collection ‘Incredible Interior Stuff’, 'Le Chique Bath furniture’ and ‘Just Good Side tables’.
We love the sleek simplicity and eye-catching design of our DutchDeluxes bread boards. Not only are they a novel wat for serving bread, but canapés work just as well for a cocktail party. Their size ensures that they look impressive and you don't constantly have to refill them, you'll always get enough canapés on.
For more information visit www.dutchdeluxes.com.
If you would like to spoil yourself with DutchDeluxe items, they're available at Baden Baden Interior in Amsterdam.
Bilder & de Clercq's New Recipes Week 20 - 2015
As you may know by now, we are the chefs behind Amsterdam hotspot, Bilder & de Clercq. Every week we develop 3 new recipes for the stores and we'll be keeping you updated with the week's newest recipes. This weeks new recipes are:
Het Weekend van de Rollende Keukens
This year, as in previous years, sees a new edition of Het Weekend van de Rollende Keukens - a 5 day festival of food trucks, music and fun.
Taking place at The Westergasfabriek, this festival brings together a myriad of food trucks serving an eclectic mix of different styles of food from around the world. There has been an worldwide explosion in the popularity of food trucks and street food and Holland has been no exception.
The festival has however been a victim of it's own success, drawing huge crowds and making it at times difficult to see what's happening and get some food. But, that shouldn't put you off. As long as the weather's good, there's no better way to spend a day or evening out with friends.
The festival runs from Wednesday 13th May until Sunday 17th May 2015. We hope to see you there!
Bilder & de Clercq's New Recipes Week 19 - 2015
As you may know by now, we are the chefs behind Amsterdam hotspot, Bilder & de Clercq. Every week we develop 3 new recipes for the stores and we'll be keeping you updated with the week's newest recipes. This weeks new recipes are:
Blend it to the Max - The Magimix Blender
A kitchen appliance we cannot live without. Our Magmix blender makes blending easier than ever before.
It's automatic pre-set functions for soups, smoothies, frozen desserts and crushed ice ensure you don’t have to muddle through confusing settings: simply press a button and you’re on your way to delicious, healthy snacks and meals. There is also a pulse setting for extra control.
This powerful and quiet machine uses the exclusive BlenderMix system for a finer blend. The heat-resistant glass jug has a watertight lid and pouring lip for complete ease of use.
A large 1.8L capacity provides plenty of space, and thanks to a 1200W output it won’t be long until you, just like us, enjoy the fruits of your culinary labour! The handy spatula helps you get every last drop out of this blender, and you can creatively experiment using the included recipe book or from our recipes on the side.
Come and visit us from June at the Westergasfabriek and test the blender and other Magimix appliances out for yourself. As one of our prestigious partners, we'll be using Magimix appliances in our brand new kitchen.
Here are a few of our recipes using the Magimix blender:
Kale smoothie
Green Smoothie
Blackberry Smoothie
Pea and Mint Soup
Roasted Pumpkin and Dukkah Soup
Bilder & de Clercq's New Recipes Week 18 - 2015
As you may know by now, we are the chefs behind Amsterdam hotspot, Bilder & de Clercq. Every week we develop 3 new recipes for the stores and we'll be keeping you updated with the week's newest recipes. This weeks new recipes are:
Cooking Workshop at Groot Kruivestein
Yesterday, we were fortunate enough to be the first people to make use of the beautiful new kitchen and dining space at Groot Kruivenstein, in Langbroek near Utrecht.
This location is perfect for dining and meetings, set over beautiful lush grounds away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The interior and furnishings have been tastefully planned and thought out, with a unique eye for detail. Jan Steengracht and his wife Maud have created something really special.
Jan, by trade, is a designer working with metal. Pieces of his work complement the spaces, from door handles in the kitchen to lighting. Maud has used her interior design skills to created a homely ambience with beautiful fabrics and pieces of furniture.
We were hosting a cooking workshop and lunch for a group of ladies who had come to celebrate a special birthday. We enjoyed an afternoon cooking delicious food with seasonal ingredients. Dishes included bruschetta with buratta and grilled courgette, bruschetta topped with veal sweetbreads fried in buerre noisette with capers, lemon and parsley. Main was a pan-fried sea bream anchovy dressing and roasted asparagus. Dessert was a rhubarb and strawberry Eton mess and caramelised lemon tart.
Bilder & de Clercq's New Recipes Week 17 - 2015
As you may know by now, we are the chefs behind Amsterdam hotspot, Bilder & de Clercq. Every week we develop 3 new recipes for the stores and we'll be keeping you updated with the week's newest recipes. This weeks new recipes are:
A Rainbow of Le Creuset Pans
Colour in the kitchen is the trend of 2015 and Le Creuset is fully embracing it. After the successful introduction of numerous accessories in bright colours, the rainbow has now cast it's colours over the cast iron range. The French manufacturer has introduced the roasting and casserole pans in no less than 15 different colours. In addition, 'the icon' has also undergone a re-styling; thanks to new insights and technology, the handles, lid and interior have been improved.
Own site
The renewed pans have even been given their own site. On www.mijnnieuwelecreuset.nl you can read all about the new colours, design and recipes. For those who cannot choose between the 15 colours, there is a special colour test. That way, you can find out exactly which colour suits you!
Blue = powerful, red = sexy, pink = seductive, bold = green, yellow = vivant and orange = experienced
High Quality
Le Creuset cast iron has been been known for it's high quality and durability for 90 years. Where possible, the manufacturer adjusts the pans to suit modern times and the demands of users. Thus a new, stronger enamel on the inside makes the pan even more resistant to food acids, scratches, thermal shocks and is easier to clean. The braising / stewing pans have ergonomic handles that are 45% larger than the previous ones ensuring a better grip. The lid design has also been adjusted so that it fits better and the food retains more juices and flavour. The stainless steel handle is heat-resistant and ergonomic.
All Heat Sources
Le Creuset cast iron is suitable for any heat source (even induction). In addition, the cast iron is 100% recyclable and energy efficient, thus better for our planet. The cast iron pans, grills and trays come with a life long manufacturer's warranty.
Le Creuset products are available at better department stores, cooking and household stores. For more information visit the web shop: www.lecreuset.nl