Steamed Cantonese scallops with garlic sauce, glass noodles and pickled cucumbers
London-based cook and Sunday Times bestselling author who creates accessible East Asian recipes with a twist, inspired by his upbringing in his parents’ Chinese restaurants.
Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Hidalgo Manzanilla Sherry, Spain: Majestic, From £10
Hidalgo Manzanilla Sherry is a bone-dry, delicate, and refreshing Spanish wine from Sanlúcar de Barrameda, made from 100% Palomino grapes and uniquely aged under a layer of yeast called “flor” near the ocean, which imparts its signature flavors of green apple, toasted almond, and a distinctive salty sea breeze finish. Read more…
Buckwheat waffles with aquavit-cured salmon and gratinéed aged cheddar
Niklas Ekstedt
Michelin-starred Swedish chef and pioneer of live-fire cooking, renowned for restaurants in Stockholm and London that use no electricity, relying solely on open flame and traditional Nordic techniques.
Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Crémant de Bourgogne, France, N/V: Co-op, From £10
Crémant de Bourgogne N/V is an excellent value French sparkling wine from Burgundy, made in the traditional method primarily from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, offering fine bubbles and fresh flavours of green apple, citrus, and brioche. Read more…
Beef, cheddar and onion crispy pancakes
Matt Tebbutt
Suggested Wine Pairing
Cap Maritime Pinot Noir earns solid reviews, averaging 3.8-4.2 stars on Vivino and retailer sites. Usually £14 at Tesco you can pick it up now for £10 with your Clubcard.
Fans love its juicy cherry-raspberry fruit, soft tannins, and value under £15, calling it smooth and food-friendly with a lighter body than premium Pinots.
It’s a crowd-pleaser for Matt’s Beef, Cheddar And Onion Crispy Pancakes, cutting through cheese while matching beefy depth. Reliable choice!
Harissa and yoghurt grilled cod with spiced broth and rice
Matt Tebbutt
Saturday Kitchen drinks recommendation

Taste The Difference Grenache Rosé, France, 2024: Sainsbury, £8.50
Sainsbury’s Taste The Difference Grenache Rosé is a dry, vegan-friendly French wine from the Languedoc region, crafted from 100% Grenache grapes to deliver a crisp and fruity profile with vibrant summer berry flavors and subtle herbal notes. Read more…




Matt Tebbutt
