The Art of Foxhunting
The title of this captivating book is obviously a play on words. It showcases the photographic art of Phil and Susie Audibert and at the same time opens our eyes to the inherent artfulness of our sporting endeavor. I have used photographs by the Audiberts in Covertside, in the Millwood House foxhunting calendar, and in Foxhunting Life with great pleasure in the past, so I admit that I am not an impartial reviewer.
The photography is beautiful, not only by virtue of the artistic talent of the shooters in seeing and composing balanced and flowing images, but also because they have done the hard work in the field away from the meet—waiting in the country, sometimes in vain but occasionally rewarded by the opportunity for that single-chance shot of action and beauty. And in all kinds of weather! Some of my favorite images that resonated with old memories were dull, cold, wet hunting scenes blurred by falling snow and sleet.
Carrot salad
Salad3 T toasted sesame seeds3 medium (about 360g) carrots peeled, grated1 1/4 cups fresh bean sprouts, washed, dried (mung work best)2 apples peeled, cut medium sized pieces¼ head Chinese cabbage sliced thin Dressing60ml (1/3 cup) fresh lemon juice1 T peanut oil1 T sesame oil1 T finely grated fresh ginger2 T brown sugarSalt & lots of […]
Chocolate Chip Pound Cake
…a chocolate-lover’s delight! Small poundcakes are wonderful to give as gifts, and the full size cake goes over great at hunt breakfasts!
Saga Bleu, Brie and Caramel Nut Torte
Serve with crusty breads, crackers, and apple and pear slices.
Wild Boar Stew in a Honey, Cinnamon and Ginger Sauce
We hunt wild boar at Santa Ynez Valley Hounds. Any one that we take is butchered and eaten, of course. In France it is very common. We cook game with sweet spices. Here’s the dish I made and served for the hunt breakfast last week-end. You can make it when ever you have time, warm it up in a slow cooker while you’re away hunting, and it will be ready when you’re back.
English Muffin Strata with Cranberries and Spicy Sausage
12 ounces hot Italian sausage, casings removed2 large eggs4 egg whites3/4 cup milk1/2 cup sour cream1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper5 English muffins, cut into cubes1/2 cup dried cranberries8 ounces shredded sharp white cheddar In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage, using a spatula to break into crumbles, until browned – about 5-8 minutes. […]
The Green Spring Valley Hounds at Dover and Dark Hollow
Many of the MFHA-registered packs in North America have close associations with Ireland and the UK either through hunt staff, field members, jockeys, or through the many Irish and British field hunters and racehorses that grace their hunting fields. One such well known pack is the Green Spring Valley Hounds in Maryland, USA. They met a few weeks ago at Ned Finney’s farm at Dover and Dark Hollow, which is close to the Maryland Hunt Cup racecourse and Shawan Downs racecourse.
Why Worry Quiche
This quiche is a hardy dish with great flavor.
Hunt Muffins
These cupcakes are always a favorite!
Hunt Breakfast Recipe Contest
Matthew Klein photo Cool weather and foxhunting make for big appetites, so FHL is holding a Hunt Breakfast Recipe Contest. If you point to the Social drop-down menu above and click on Hunt Breakfast Recipes, you will see that our recipes are organized into seven categories: Appetizers, Breads, Desserts & Sweets, Flask Concoctions, Main Dishes, […]