We’ve had a bit of a rest from this, what with holidays and such. Here, however, are our suggestions for beer to try with this weekend’s Saturday Kitchen recipes:
Roast scallops with wasabi sauce
They say: PX 2010, Chile Marks & Spencer £6.99
We say: Buxton High Tor, 500ml, Beer Ritz £3.11
Fruity, with notes of citrus and caramel
Sesame salmon with yuzu mayonnaise
They say: Leasingham Magnus Riesling 2009, Australia Sainsbury’s £8.99
We say: Samuel Smiths Nut Brown Ale, 550ml, Beers of Europe £2.59
Wonderful balance of roasted crystal malt and aromatic hops.
Poached and fried pork belly with pickled cauliflower
They say: Ackerman Chenin Blanc Medium 2011, France Waitrose £5.79
We say: Brakspear Bitter, 500ml, Ocado £1.99
A remarkably drinkable ale with complex, fragrant, mouthwatering characteristics
They say: Paul Mas Vermentino 2011, France Majestic from £6.49
We say: Cheddar Ales Gorge Best, 500ml, Beers of Europe £1.99
A clean bitter taste that complements the warm malt flavours
There you have it, beer and food. Let us know if you agree/disagree with our choices.