Taste of Cotswold Downs

04/25/2026

This Mediterranean staple is often overshadowed by its famous Greek cousin, but for those who know, Cypriot Pita is in a league of its own. Larger, sturdier, and featuring a distinct internal pocket, it is the ultimate vessel for hearty fillings and smoky grilled meats.

The Cypriot Difference

While Greek pita is typically a soft, pocketless flatbread used for wrapping souvlaki or dipping into tzatziki, the Cypriot variety is an "envelope" bread.

- The Pocket: Unlike the flat Greek version, Cypriot pita puffs significantly in the oven, creating a spacious interior perfect for stuffing with sheftalia (spiced sausages) or halloumi.

- The Size: It is traditionally much larger and more oblong than the standard circular Greek pita, designed to hold a substantial amount of salad and protein without tearing.

- The Texture: It features a slightly crustier exterior and a chewy, resilient crumb that stands up to juicy fillings and sauces.

This Mediterranean staple is often overshadowed by its famous Greek cousin, but for those who know, Cypriot Pita is in a league of its own.

04/22/2026

Individual blackcurrant cheesecakes with our home grown blackcurrants.

08/31/2025

Tinned Corned Beef & Potato Pasty

An easy dinner solution. Make a batch of these delicious pasties and freeze. This recipe makes 8 meals from a single tin of corned beef.

Tinned Corned Beef & Potato Pasty An easy dinner solution. Make a batch of these delicious pasties and freeze. This recipe makes 6 meals from a single

08/31/2025

Honey Mustard Popcorn

- 1 pckt Microwave popcorn
- 2 tbsp Butter unsalted
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp English mustard - dry
- 1 tsp Wholegrain mustard

- Melt the butter and honey gently in a small pan.
- Add the mustards and stir well to fully blend
- Microwave the popcorn as per the directions on the packet and tip into a bowl.
- Pour the honey mustard mixture over and toss well with a fork to distribute evenly.

SnackAmericanhoney, mustard, Popcorn

Honey Mustard Popcorn 1 pckt Microwave popcorn2 tbsp Butter unsalted2 tbsp Honey1 tbsp English mustard - dry1 tsp Wholegrain mustard Melt

11/27/2024

Cinnamon Bun Scones

Cinnamon Bun Scones For the Scones1 Egg - large95 g Sour cream2 tsp Vanilla extract240 g All-purpose flour1/2 tsp Salt1 tbsp Baking powder35 g

11/25/2024

Shrimp, Scallop and Corn Bisque with Brandy

Shrimp, Scallop and Corn Bisque with Brandy 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil1 1/2 lbs Shrimp shelled and deveined (see note) (Reserve shells)8 Sca

10/23/2024

Classic Potato Salad

10/23/2024

Classic Homemade Coleslaw

03/31/2024

This cake is fun to make and it is becoming a bit of a tradition in our household.

Easter Nest Cake

This cake is fun to make and it is becoming a bit of a tradition in our household.  

02/25/2024

Paella is the perfect base for all kinds of fresh seafood. While not considered the most traditional of paellas, which typically use rabbit, chicken and chorizo, seafood paella is always popular. It is best to cook your paella over a charcoal grill if you can. lt will give your paella the smoke it needs for the absolute best texture and flavor.

Paella is the perfect base for all kinds of fresh seafood. While not considered the most traditional of paellas, which typically use rabbit, chicken and chorizo