Category Archives: My events

Burns Night at The Star Inn

Posted on December 16, 2010 by petecarlton

Bev and Mike Vinnicombe – mine hosts at The Star Inn, Périgueux – have kindly invited me to cook a special dinner for Burns Night next month.  It is, of course, centred on the main course of Haggis (though I’m … Continue reading →

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First quiz of 2011

Posted on December 13, 2010 by petecarlton

Here’s the details of our quiz supper at l’Etang du Coucou in Hautefort on 11th January.  The quiz is being set by Glen Allsopp of December’s winners, the Clowns.  Please let me know if you’d like to take part by … Continue reading →

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Chicken Korma Feast!

Posted on December 4, 2010 by petecarlton

Here’s what the guests at The Star enjoyed last Tuesday night!  This is the Chicken Korma with fragrant Pilau Rice, accompanied by Chana Dhal, Saag Aloo, Papadoms and relishes and a very welcome glass of Rosé!  Other guests went for … Continue reading →

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A taste of Scotland

Posted on December 3, 2010 by petecarlton

Great news!  It looks as if I’ll be doing a special supper for Burns Night (25th January) at the Star Inn in Périgueux.  More information nearer the time, but if it comes off, there’ll be a whisky-tasting and a Scots-themed … Continue reading →

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December Quiz Supper

Posted on December 2, 2010 by petecarlton

My monthly Quiz Supper takes place at the Etang du Coucou, 24390 Hautefort at 7.30pm on Tuesday, 7th December.  This month I’m cooking a White Pork and Wild Mushroom Stew, followed by Chocolate Cake with Warm Cherry Sauce and Crème … Continue reading →

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Star success!

Posted on December 2, 2010 by petecarlton

My first Curry Night at the Star Inn in Périgueux last Tuesday was a great success. Chicken Tikka Masala and Lamb Jalfrezi were the favourite choices, but I also did a Vegetable Curry and Chicken Korma, with loads of Papadoms … Continue reading →

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