FORKKNIFESPOON ISSUE 16 - JANUARY 2015
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01580 212818 IN THIS ISSUE: All you need for Burns Night · Scottish cheese board · Porridge Oats · Mayonnaise ∙ Vincotto range
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NEW YEAR
FRESH IDEAS! After the busy festive period, many of us welcome the New Year as a chance to experiment with fresh ideas, master a new technique or discover products that maybe we haven’t used before. If you are one such person and are looking for something a little different, we have chosen four of our favourite products which might not immediately spring to mind, but which we think are fantastic additions to any chef’s kitchen and which you might like to try in 2015.
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Ultratex is a thickening starch that is extremely versatile. It can be applied to both hot and cold liquid until they reach the desired thickness. It is a tasteless, colourless and gluten free powder. When whisked into a liquid it disperses quickly and evenly without lumping.
Mycryo is pure cocoa butter in dry, powder form used for frying meat, fish and vegetables. It brings out the natural flavour of the ingredients and doesn’t mask the flavours as other frying fats can do. Simply sprinkle the raw or slightly blanched ingredients with Mycryo and fry them in a hot, dry pan without additional fat. This 100% vegetable fat offers you all the health benefits from the cocoa bean too: no cholesterol, lower calories (less fat needed for frying). Mycryo can also be used for chocolate tempering.
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ULTRATEX
MYCRYO COCOA BUTTER
These pouches of frozen stocks are some of the best we have seen and are probably as close to a ‘from scratch’ stock as you can get. Made to a demi-glace stage, it can be used as the base for any number of sauces or can be reduced down even further, to be used as the main component of a jus. Other than having bags of flavour, these stocks will save you time in the kitchen, save you valuable stove space and give you consistent results without compensating on quality. Available in chicken, beef and veal, we urge you to try these as we think you will love them as much as we do.
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A mainstay of traditional Korean cuisine since the 17th century, this pungent paste made from red chilli, glutinous rice and fermented soya beans has a remarkable depth of flavour, adding both sweet and savoury notes, smokiness, tanginess, and of course decent amounts of heat. Guaranteed to make any dish sing, it is rich and distinctive and works well with anything from eggs to meat, with vegetables and rice, as a marinade or even in cocktails. Definitely one to try and experiment with.
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FIRST OF ALL...
a Happy New Year from everyone here at Turners, we hope your festive season was busy and prosperous. Hopefully now you have time to breathe a little and set yourselves new challenges and goals for 2015. January is often a time when new ideas are born and as you saw on our front cover, we are more than happy to help if you would like some inspiration regarding products and their uses. We have a team with a wealth of experience in the trade and we love giving suggestions where we can. So on to the first celebratory event of the new year...Burns Night. If you are getting involved in the festivities or even if you aren't but have a love of good Scottish ingredients, then we have plenty to interest you in this issue. Haggis will be making an appearance on many menus so have a look at what is available and speak to us in regards to your needs for the end of the month. There are some fine cheeses coming out of Scotland at the moment and we have picked five of the very best for our cheeseboard this month. The perfect way to end any Burns Supper. We also have a look at some delicious condiments this month, with vincotto and mayonnaise making an appearance. Once again we wish you the best for the coming year and look forward to working together.
Toby
A DIFFERENT KIND OF BURN...
HAGGIS, NEEPS & TATTIES
Every year on January 25th, the life of Scottish poet Robert Burns is celebrated through the consumption of traditional food, music and a fair few drams of Scotch. Many places like to get involved with these celebrations by offering a Burns Night Supper which will inevitably include the traditional haggis, neeps (swede) and tatties (potatoes), as well as other Scottish fayre such as Cock-a-leekie soup, Cranachan and Dundee cake. So if you have planned to incorporate these ingredients into your menu, whether in a traditional way or with a modern twist, think of us and see what we can offer you. £1 £4.95 per kg £4.95 per 500g per 500g haggis haggis Serves 2-3
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Swede & Potatoes Macsween Traditional Haggis
The kitchen blowtorch is one of the most useful gadgets in a chef's arsenal and with a flame hotter than a grill it has the ability to offer a quick option for charring, caramelising and browning. It is also great for unmoulding desserts, removing stubborn stuck-on food and cleaning & heating kitchen knives. Essential when using a sous-vide machine, if you want to give your food some colour once cooked. If you aren't already using one, or if you want to treat yourself to a brand new shiny one, then we have two types for you to choose from. Stock Item Pre-Order Item
Arguably the finest haggis on the market, Macsween is a third generation family company that has been specialising in haggis since 1983. They use only the best ingredients; lamb, beef, oatmeal onions and spices, all locally sourced where possible and still using their unique family recipe. Also available: 3.75kg Haggis - £39.95 Mini Cocktail Haggis 500g - £7.00
Something a little different...
As much as we enjoy haggis served in the traditional way, it is also a great ingredient to use in other dishes as well. How about using it as a filling for ravioli or instead of mince in other pasta dishes. Make it into haggis patties or meatballs, sprinkle it through a salad or how about making a haggis pâté?
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An excellent alternative to the traditional haggis, this is a mix of fresh vegetables, pulses, oatmeal, seeds and spices. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans, it is also a versatile ingredient in its own right.
Not just about the haggis...
Go System Chefs Blowtorch Head £19.95
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Macsween Vegetarian Haggis
Swede for your Neeps are available from our fresh produce department and in terms of potatoes for your Tatties, we highly recommend the fabulous Yukon Gold variety from Morghew Estate. This heritage variety has a golden skin and smooth yellow flesh with a natural butteriness that make for a delightful mash that holds butter and cream very well.
Jumbo Oats £1.90 per kg
The perfect Burns Supper dessert, this mix of oats, cream, whisky, honey and raspberries is a taste sensation and is not out of place on any dessert menu, no matter what time of year. Smoked
Pearl Barley £1.38 per kg
Scottish Salmon 100g - £2.89 250g - £5.25 D-Sliced side £18.50 per kg Long Sliced Side £19.50 per kg
Brightsparks Blowtorch Head for A4 Butane Gas £19.95 code: BLOWTORCHA4
Brightsparks A4 Butane Gas Refill 220g - £3.85
Heather Honey £6.95 per 454g jar
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Frozen Raspberries £5.45 per kg
Walkers Shortbread
available in original highland, chocolate, stem ginger, assorted mini packs and mini round shortbread.
A BOARD FIT FOR A BARD...
Don't Forget The Oatcakes!
What better way to finish off a Burns Night menu than with a cheeseboard of some of the finest cheeses Scotland has to offer. All fantastic spread on an oatcake and washed down with your favourite whisky, this board is a prime example of the quality artisan cheeses being produced in Scotland.
A Stockan's Thin Oatcakes - £0.65 per pack (100g)
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BLACK CROWDIE A soft cream cheese made from cow's milk, with a very low fat content. Hand rolled in pinhead oatmeal and crushed peppercorns, the flavour is slightly sour with lemon notes and a decent spicy kick from the pepper.
CABOC Said to be Scotland's oldest cheese, Caboc is made from double cream and rolled in toasted pinhead oats. It is rich, mild and very buttery, whilst the oats give it a nutty texture. It has a high fat content of around 70%.
MORANGIE BRIE This is an excellent example of a delicious, creamy brie. Produced by Ruaridh Stone, it has a smooth, soft texture and a rich, slightly sweet flavour. A superb addition to any cheese board.
£7.90 per 500g
Large - £11.98 each (500g) Small - £2.35 each (100g)
BLUE MURDER Previously called 'Blue Monday', Blue Murder is now made in Tain by Highland Fine Cheeses. It is softer and creamier than many other blues, with a sticky, white rind. Inside it has an impressive, veining and the flavour is both salty and sweet with a hint of spice.
ISLE OF MULL CHEDDAR A unique cheddar made on Sgriob-ruadh farm, to a traditional recipe. Pale in colour and with a strong, tangy flavour, it owes much of its character to the fact that the cows eat fermented grain from the nearby Tobermory whisky distillery.
£13.75 per kg
Large - £13.95 per kg Small - £15.99 per 750g truckle
£17.16 per kg
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1. Scott's Porage Oats 3kg - £8.35
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2. Infinity Foods Organic Porridge Oats 1kg - £2.44
The breakfast of choice for many at this time of year, porridge is one of our nation’s favourite cereal. These wholegrain oats can help lower cholesterol, contain plenty of energy-giving carbohydrates, are high in dietary fibre, and contain magnesium, potassium, vitamins & iron. From well-known brands, to our own unbranded oats, and from specialist organic & gluten-free varieties to convenient sachets & pots, we have a wide selection to choose from. Add to that a few of our favourite options for toppings and you have everything you need to give your customers a hearty breakfast they will love.
3. Alara Gluten Free Porridge oats 500g Tasty gluten free alternative - £2.75 2
4. Quaker Oats 3kg - £8.35 5. Quaker Oats so Simple Sachets x12 - £3.85
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Billingtons Fair Trade Demerara £1.47 - 1kg bag £5.50 - 3kg bag
6. Stoats Porridge - Choose from spiced, apple & cinnamon or Classic Scottish porridge, both full of flavour and packaged in a convenient pot. £1.20 per 60g pot
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Terre Exotique Caramel Flavour Sugar 1kg Sugar with a delicious flavour of caramel. A taste of childhood. £23.00 - 1kg bag
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Syrups & Honey
Don't Forget we have our own range!
La Perruche Brown Cane Sugar 1kg £3.50 - 1kg box Bonne Maman Apricot Jam £2.49 per 390g jar
Rolled Oats £1.90 - 1kg
Tiptree Strawberry Jam 13.79 per 6x340g case Strawberry Diabetic Jam A flavoursome Diabetic alternative. £10.95 per 6x340g case
* We have a huge selection of jams in different sizes and flavours, so please do ask.
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Clarks Pure Maple Syrup Agave Syrup 100% Canadian £3.95 per 350g bottle £9.45 per 500ml bottle Clarks Runny Honey £4.95 per 710g bottle
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Jumbo Oats £1.90 - 1kg
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VINCOTTO
HOT PEPPER 250ml
Original 250ml
ORANGE 250ml
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lso known as Saba, vincotto is a sweet, dark condiment, made in the Puglia region of Italy. Literally translated as “cooked wine” it is made by slowly cooking and reducing down non-fermented grape must until it is thick and has a sticky consistency, created by caramelised sugars. Not to be mistaken for a vinegar, vincotto has a sweet flavour and a beautiful aroma, making it a fantastic option for dressing salads instead of balsamic. It is also the perfect partner to Mediterranean style dishes and is a wonderful condiment for use with vegetables, pork, poultry, game and even on pizzas. Either in its original form or with added flavours, it is definitely an ingredient you should have in your kitchen if Mediterranean cuisine appears on your menu.
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MAYO, MAYO!
Whether you make your own or you buy it in mayonnaise is a condiment that arguably makes an appearance in almost every establishment in the country. We know it is not always convenient to make it yourself so have a look at our range to see what we can offer you.
WHAT’S NEW?
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GROUND & ROASTED WATTLESEED A rare, edible seed from Australian Acacia, traditionally thought of as an Aboriginal bush food. It has strong aromas of roasted coffee, chocolate and hazelnut, and is perfect for infusing cream, ice cream and adding to sweet sauces, desserts or even dry meat rubs. A little goes a long way, so if you like something different then this is for you.
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HELLMANNS ORIGINAL MAYONNAISE
The nation's favourite, no introduction needed. 430g 'Squeezy' bottle - £1.99 each 2 litre jar - £7.95 each 5 litre tub - £15.95 each 10 litre tub - £29.95 each HELLMANNS LIGHT MAYONNAISE
Light version of a classic. 430g 'Squeezy' bottle - £2.29 each 2 litre jar - £7.95 each 5 litre tub - £16.95 each
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KEWPIE JAPANESE MAYONNAISE
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STOKES REAL MAYONNAISE
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TURNERS MAYONNAISE
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HEINZ MAYONNAISE
A tasty variety from Japan. Made with Rapeseed and Soya oils and a high percentage of egg yolks for a unique flavour. 500g bottle (in plastic bag) - £5.37 each Made with Extra Virgin Olive Oil. 345g jar - £2.49 each Good everyday mayo for preparations such as potato salad and coleslaw. 5 litre tub - £8.95 each 10 litre tub - £15.85 80x39g mini glass jars - £23.50 per case 420g 'Squeezy' bottle - £1.99 each 10 litre tub - £24.55
INTRODUCING...
JON WALTER
Jon is one of our driving team and has gained a wealth of experience in his five £4.50 per 25g pot years at Turners. At some point over the years he has driven on almost every round code: WATTLESEED but has now seen his role move more into the realms of purchasing. Jon is often GREEN PEPPERCORNS IN BRINE 1KG the man we turn to when we require specialist products picked up and can even be found frequenting French and Dutch markets. A new addition to our own Gusto range, these Apart from his wife, to whom he got married in June of 2014, Jon has two loves green peppercorns are spicy, but are less in his life; Chelsea football club and cats! He loves going to see his beloved Blues pungent than black and white peppercorns. play and regularly visits Stamford Bridge on match day. More interestingly is his Fresh and preserved in brine they are perfect self-confessed obsession with cats. He is so passionate, in fact, that he has created for making pepper sauce for steak. an instagram page for his own cat Betty, and admits that she has got more followers £9.93 per 1kg tub code: PEPGREENBRINE than he has! A recent discovery of Jon’s is a taste for red wine. It was on a recent city-break to NEW FLAVOUR MONIN SYRUPS Barcelona that he realised that he loves nothing more than a glass of fine Rioja. The We stock an extensive range of Monin world is now his oyster and he is enjoying his journey of discovery…You have to admit, syrups and have now added two new it sounds like fun! flavours; Coconut and Mojito mint. Add coconut to cocktails, coffee or desserts for a taste of the tropics and as you would imagine, Mojito mint gives your Mojitos a mint boost and is perfect for £6.80 non-alcoholic versions of the cocktail. per 70cl
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Perfect Meal? £9.95 per 70cl
“Bruschetta to start, followed by his homemade Spaghetti Bolognese (washed down with a bottle of red wine), with Gypsy Tart for dessert.”
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