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10 Secrets for ordering wine like a pro
France is known all over the world for its fine wines, yet how many times have you browsed a French wine menu and been utterly confused? The good news is, a little inside knowledge can make a huge difference in helping you go from a mediocre to a great choice.…
Continue reading...Bringing better beer to the mountains: Q&A with the Bec Jaune Brewery
No day is ever the same at the Bec Jaune brewery in Morzine. Chrigl Luthy, who originally brewed beer in London at The Kernel Brewery in Bermondsey, likes to keep things interesting with an ever-evolving selection of in-house brewed beers. Following his mission to bring better beer to the mountains,…
Continue reading...Nutrition: How to eat smart and ski for longer
If you’re usually behind a desk all week, a full week’s skiing can be quite demanding on your body. One of the best ways to ensure you are fit for the slopes is to pay extra attention to your diet before and during the holiday. This will help you combat…
Continue reading...March’s Cheese of the month: Gruyere
Gruyère cheese, which takes its name from the Swiss alpine town from which it originates, has been around since the 13 century, and become loved worldwide as a fantastic melting cheese and a cheeseboard connoisseur’s favourite. It is an important contributor to that bubbling deliciousness that you can’t stop dipping…
Continue reading...Eco food: Adventures in recycling brewer’s spent grain
The craft beer industry is booming at home and here in the Alps, but more beer production also means an increase in its waste products, namely spent grain and hops. AliKat’s teamed up with Ibex beer in Morzine to help put their spent grain to good use. What is spent…
Continue reading...Meat free: Smoky sweet potato & black bean chilli
This hearty chilli con veggie is perfect for relaxed winter evenings with family or friends when you want to pull out a comforting dish that’s easy but delicious. In fact, many of our friends now prefer this veggie chilli to the traditional meat version, and people always request the recipe!…
Continue reading...Satisfying Veggie & Vegan Breakfast Recipes
There are loads of good reasons to opt for a plant-based diet for a month or more. A love of animals, a means to being healthier, or to reduce your impact on the environment. We’ve always supported people’s diet choices at AliKats and do our best to ensure every meal…
Continue reading...Christmas dinner: How to get your turkeys in a row
Over the years AliKats have served up a lot of Christmas dinners! This year we will be cooking around 8 turkeys, 25 kilos of potatoes and over 300 Brussel sprouts! We know there are lots of components that go into creating this festive feast, plus a big dollop of pressure…
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