The summer season sees us craving lighter dishes, full of flavour, mirroring that we’d expect to indulge in while holidaying in the Mediterranean. It’s time to say goodbye to heavy roasts and those spring stews and hello to exotic salads, vibrant ingredients and lighter bites.
When it comes to early summer vegetables it’s time to embrace the courgette, radish and cavolo nero. The sweet crunch of carrots also make a welcome addition to your June recipes, as do more exciting ingredients like fennel, artichokes and kohl rabi.
Of course, the start of the summer season wouldn’t be complete without a light salad. Lamb’s lettuce in particular is good for this season and adds interest to your dish with its distinctive and tangy flavour.
The June dish is also all about those little extras – we’re talking about herbs and leaves that add all that much-loved flavour and make a great replacement for winter spices. Mint, oregano, parsley, sage, sorrel and tarragon are all worth experimenting with and can make a huge difference to a relatively ordinary dish.
Of course, with the summer sun out and encouraging plant growth there’s also an abundance of fruit to enjoy. Watermelon, strawberries and cherries are our favourites and great to enjoy post- dinner or in a refreshing mid-morning smoothie.
While meat and poultry is still very much enjoyed by many in the summer it’s really the best time for seafood. Sea bass, trout, and mackerel all come into season around June and bring with them tons of flavour and health benefits. Easy to season and great for that summer barbecue, it’s well worth swapping that beef burger for a piece of succulent, grilled fish. There really is no better time to enjoy it!
Neff have wowed us once again with culinary delights that are just perfect for June. Take some inspiration from their latest recipes and chef up a treat using your top-of-the-range Neff appliances for a feast your family will remember.
For an alternative dish, full of flavour and healthy fats, choose this scrumptious dish. Needing just 45 minutes in your Circo Therm, you’ll be able to create your wow-factor menu in no time.
Perfect for summer, this fish dish is luxurious and indulgent and features langoustine, sea bass, and smoked cod. The ideal pick for that couples’ dinner party!
Great for vegetarians, or as a side for meat eaters, this vegetable gratin dish gives a real taste of the Mediterranean. Bake with Neff’s combination oven with microwave for 30 minutes and be whisked off to foodie heaven!
If you like the sound of these recipes, why not take a look at the Neff Cookaholics page where you’ll find lots of foodie inspiration and tips. You can also book onto our cooking masterclasses, which are held in our kitchen showrooms in Manchester, Blackburn and Colne.
A brilliant trip to London with our showroom managers @kitchen_design_centre, as we joined Blanco in celebrating an incredible milestone — 100 years of manufacturing sinks and taps!
A century of innovation, design, and quality craftsmanship.
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Your vision, our expertise.
At Kitchen Design Centre, we don’t just supply kitchens; we help you create a total vision for your home. Our team specialises in reimagining your space, ensuring the new design isn’t just beautiful, but perfectly functional.
From the very first spark of an idea to the final, streamlined installation, we guide you through every step of the process. Whether that be offering structural tips and big-picture design ideas that go beyond the kitchen footprint, or ensuring every corner is utilised to its best potential whilst maintaining flow, function and light.
George Clarke once said, “If you don’t get the layout right nothing else feels right. If your space flows and works properly it just makes you feel better, happier.” We at Kitchen Design Centre strive to get this right and draw from decades of experience, specialist skill and expertise to help each of you realise your vision for your dream kitchen.
Start your journey with us today at our Barrowford showroom. We can help you with projects ranging from small kitchen makeovers to large-scale renovations. While we don’t supply the trades, we can confidently direct you to the perfect trusted professionals to fulfil your dreams.
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There’s just something magical about a kitchen at Christmastime — the warm glow of the oven and the scent of cinnamon drifting through the air.
Here’s to the heart of the home — where recipes turn into traditions and simple moments become the ones we never forget.
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It’s getting chilly outside — pop into one of our showrooms for a hot coffee and to discuss your Christmas kitchen wish list.
Winner’s Announcement!
To mark Kitchen Design Centre’s 40th Anniversary, we wanted to celebrate by giving something meaningful back to our loyal customers. Every person who purchased a new kitchen from us during the qualifying period was automatically entered into a special prize draw to win £4,000 back from the cost of their kitchen.
We’re excited to reveal that the winner of this fantastic prize is Mrs M from Colne!
We had the pleasure of visiting her last week to share the news in person — and she was over the moon.
A heartfelt thank-you to all our customers for celebrating this milestone year with us. Your continued support means everything.
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