18. April 2026
French Twist
We've added a seafood-inspired twist to elevate these beloved dishes to a whole new level of culinary delight. Savoury bouillabaisse, perfectly infused with aromatic local spices, or give traditional ratatouille a unique coastal update with a medley of the freshest fish. Both innovative creations are guaranteed to deliver unforgettable takes on cherished French classics.
Quiche with Basa Marinières
For a unique quiche, integrate Basa Marinières (a preparation like mussels) into the filling, alongside vegetables and herbs.
Ingredients
- Shortcrust Pastry for the base
- Lightly cooked Basa Fillets
- Spinach, leeks, and garlic
- Eggs and cream (or a dairy-free substitute like coconut cream)
- White wine, parsley, thyme, and shallots (from the Marinières preparation)
- Gruyère Cheese (optional)
Twist:
- Instead of the classic bacon or ham, use Basa and the marinières sauce to bring a seafood flavour.
- Add a light touch of lemon zest to enhance the freshness of the quiche filling.
- Follow any one of our quiche recipes on our fish & pastry page - Swapping out filling and using the above ingredients instead
Bouillabaisse with a Modern Twist
Bouillabaisse is a traditional French fish stew from Provence, and we can modernize it while still adhering to pescatarian principles.
Bouillabaisse is a traditional French fish stew from Provence, and we can modernize it while still adhering to pescatarian principles.
Ingredients
White fish (like Sea Bass or Cod)
- Mussels, clams, prawns, and scallops
- Olive oil
- Leeks, Fennel, and garlic
- Tomatoes
- Saffron
- Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, bay leaves)
- Fish Stock or vegetable broth
- White wine
- Baguette slices for serving, with
- Rouille Sauce (garlic mayo with a kick)
Twist:
- Add roasted cherry tomatoes for a smoky sweetness.
- Serve with crusty bread topped with a saffron aioli.
- Follow our soup recipe on our fish & potato page
Ratatouille with Grilled Seafood
Ratatouille is not only a vegetable-only dish, introduce grilled seafood to pair with the vegetables.
Ingredients
- Lemon Sole Fillets or another flat fish, grilled or roasted
- Aubergine, courgettes, bell peppers, tomatoes, and onions
- Olive Oil, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves
- Capers and olives for an extra briny flavour.
Twist:
- Arrange the traditional ratatouille
- (sliced vegetables) in layers. Sprinkle on olive oil and herbs and bake in the oven at 180c for approximately 30 minutes or until cooked.
- Top with lightly grilled fish fillets and serve with a drizzle of lemon and herb sauce.