Milfner Posted November 29, 2009 Share Posted November 29, 2009 I'm cooking for my girlfriend for her birthday, and i was looking for some ideas. I'm not rubbish in the kitchen but I'm no Gordon Ramsey. I don't particulary like tomatoes, but any ideas would be great. Could you narrow it down a bit? Is there something she likes/doesn't like? Is she veggie or carnivore? Does she like spicy or plain? Any allergies? Is she weight-watching? Does she like and appreciate good food? Is her taste savoury, or sweet? And you too, as it's a diner a deux. I think most women will give credit for something where you've tried to find out about their preferences, made an effort, and not screwed up too badly. Oh, and if you finish with chocolate, that's at least double points. That is, something that you've done to chocolate, even as simple as warming it gently and pouring it over fruit (avoid citrus, go for something like strawberry, banana, apple or pear). But make sure it's at least 70% cocoa solids, if she has any more that the slightest passing interest in food. If you can go beyond those basics and do something good, it will either pass completely over her head, or else you may find yourself with a long-term dining companion. Something meat based, nothing massively spicy, but something with a nice kick to it would be nice. No allergies, and she enjoys her food and not particulary weight watching. I hope that helps. Thanks btw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starsailor9774 Posted November 29, 2009 Share Posted November 29, 2009 Chocolate fondue. Simple yet tasty..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B6 to E6 Posted November 29, 2009 Share Posted November 29, 2009 If she likes meat, make a pie. It's winter, and a beef and ale pie will go down a treat. You can get Jus Roll pastry in the supermarket that is great. Try this one from the housewives favourite, James Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mykeyb Posted November 29, 2009 Share Posted November 29, 2009 Thanks guys for the replies,didnt expect such a quick response. 3 kids and 8 adults at the moment. We have a dual oven and a steamer so lucking to steam most of the veg if possible to leave the oven free for the meat, roasties and possibly some roats veg as an alternative. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWalletInspector Posted November 29, 2009 Share Posted November 29, 2009 With Pot Noodles I tend to go above the line. I know, I'm crazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starsailor9774 Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 With Pot Noodles I tend to go above the line. I know, I'm crazy. And, let me guess you forfeit the sachet of soy or sweet and sour sauce for a liberal helping of red sauce? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWalletInspector Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 With Pot Noodles I tend to go above the line. I know, I'm crazy. And, let me guess you forfeit the sachet of soy or sweet and sour sauce for a liberal helping of red sauce? Erm no, I said I was crazy not psychotic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjw63 Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 With Pot Noodles I tend to go above the line. I know, I'm crazy. And, let me guess you forfeit the sachet of soy or sweet and sour sauce for a liberal helping of red sauce? Erm no, I said I was crazy not psychotic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingerlad Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 I'm cooking for my girlfriend for her birthday, and i was looking for some ideas. I'm not rubbish in the kitchen but I'm no Gordon Ramsey. I don't particulary like tomatoes, but any ideas would be great. Could you narrow it down a bit? Is there something she likes/doesn't like? Is she veggie or carnivore? Does she like spicy or plain? Any allergies? Is she weight-watching? Does she like and appreciate good food? Is her taste savoury, or sweet? And you too, as it's a diner a deux. I think most women will give credit for something where you've tried to find out about their preferences, made an effort, and not screwed up too badly. Oh, and if you finish with chocolate, that's at least double points. That is, something that you've done to chocolate, even as simple as warming it gently and pouring it over fruit (avoid citrus, go for something like strawberry, banana, apple or pear). But make sure it's at least 70% cocoa solids, if she has any more that the slightest passing interest in food. If you can go beyond those basics and do something good, it will either pass completely over her head, or else you may find yourself with a long-term dining companion. Something meat based, nothing massively spicy, but something with a nice kick to it would be nice. No allergies, and she enjoys her food and not particulary weight watching. I hope that helps. Thanks btw. She sounds like a KFC kinda girl to me..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjw63 Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Just finished tomorrow's post match nosh up Starter - dry potato with garlic ginger and methi To be followed by chicken methi coconut curry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meath_Villan Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 that last one looks like my toilet bowl a few days ago!! and mannnnn was it running out Just edit to add the spuds do look tasty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bickster Posted December 4, 2009 Moderator Share Posted December 4, 2009 That last one looks ace, so does the potato tbh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan. Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 What's methi? looks bloody good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vojskovoda Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 The potatoes look nice Rob. About the curry you made... did you put fresh grinded coconut in or did you just use some coconut milk? How hot is it too... it looks like a madras. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjw63 Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 What's methi? looks bloody good. Methi is fenugreek (in its leaf form) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjw63 Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 The potatoes look nice Rob. About the curry you made... did you put fresh grinded coconut in or did you just use some coconut milk? How hot is it too... it looks like a madras. I use the blocks of creamed coconut, they're about 50p. A third of a block is more than enough. and heatwise it's madras/vindaloo, I use chilli powder and crushed red chilli - me and the boy like a bit of heat ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterms Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 That last one looks ace, so does the potato tbh Yes, they both look great. And I expect they taste as good as they look, having read his recipes. The potato dish would look better without the human thumb, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjw63 Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 Aye...I shudda left the digit out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFCLaura Posted December 9, 2009 Share Posted December 9, 2009 May I trouble all you lovely VT'ers for some help in the cooking dept? I am making a meal on Saturday and my cooking skills are very basic. I've been looking for recipies on the Sainsbury's website, mainly so I can get a list of the exact ingredients and know that it's everything they stock etc - but the recipies I find very complicated. I have a very basic level of cooking ability and would love a little recipe that I know I can follow and prepare. Any ideas folks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiganvillain Posted December 9, 2009 Share Posted December 9, 2009 Laura, How many are you cooking for and do they like fish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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