Synopsis: Mark Hix opened Hix Oyster & Chop House in London’s Smithfield market in 2008, which in less than two years has gained a reputation for being one of London’s great establishments amongst celebrities and foodies alike. The book of the restaurant, Hix Oyster & Chop House features over 100 mouth-watering recipes for dishes that appear on the menu throughout the year and focuses on ingredients that make Mark’s food particularly special. Recipes include enticing ideas for starters, soups, fish, meat, dessert and cocktails. Weaved throughout the book are fascinating features on Mark’s award-winning smoked salmon, interesting salad leaves and dressings, sauces to serve with meat and British cheeses.

Oysters are a speciality and the book includes an in-depth guide to our native oysters from around the British Isles with tips for opening and preparing. Meat is a big feature at the restaurant, most of it is cooked and served on the bone – within the chapter on meat, there is a comprehensive guide to flavoursome old-fashioned cuts, such as porterhouse and hanger steaks with identification

'Mark Hix is a great British cook, I've enjoyed his food at nearly all the restaurants he's worked at.' Jamie Oliver, Jamie Magazine

Mark’s style of cooking is highly approachable and easy for the reader to replicate in a home kitchen. Ingredients are mostly locally sourced, techniques are straightforward and recipes are anything but time-consuming.

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Hot Brands Verdict
This is a very stylish book, beautifully produced, and inside there is a fascinating commentary from Mark about the setting up of his restaurants, the history of the produce, and his own particular take on the various recipes. The collection of 100 delicious recipes made it hard to choose our favourites, but we particularly liked the mouth-watering Roasted Shellfish Platter, the impressive Roasted ‘Wilderness Crayfish’ flamed with Cider Brandy and the beautiful Strawberry and Sparkling Wine Jelly.

This book is like a Hix Masterclass, as he shares his passions for seasonality, fresh local produce and deliciously cooked wholesome food. We loved it! Highly Recommended!