Jedrus came for the weekend, did a massive job in the garden for us- trimmed the ugly apple tree. Jedrus is a great eating companion. He’s never complaining of lack of appetite, loves meat, loves good wine. So for starters, before chicken teriyaki I made a duo of tatakis, a duck and a beef fillet. Modestly I’ll say, they were both fantastic. Both cooked pink, well rested, with home made ponzu( equal measures of lemon juice, rice vinegar and soy). Served with a salsa made of tomato, coriander, shallot, garlic and shichimi. A drizzle of balsamic on top.  It was destroyed and thoroughly enjoyed.  And will be done again, soon.