Dish Matthew Macfadyen, porchetta with salsa verde & crackling and a Primitivo
Nov 27, 2024
Matthew Macfadyen, renowned for his roles in 'Succession' and 'Spooks,' shares insights about his festive dining preferences and refuses to make a special sandwich for his wife, Keeley Hawes. He dives into his love for Southeast Asian cuisine and colorful holiday traditions while enjoying porchetta with salsa verde & crackling paired with a Primitivo. The conversation takes a light-hearted turn as they reminisce about cooking disasters and delve into the engaging world of 'Succession' and its character dynamics.
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White Truffle Dinner With A Supplier
- Angela Hartnett hosted a truffle dinner with Mira, her truffle supplier, and matched courses with wines.
- Guests paid to attend and enjoyed white truffle risotto, guinea fowl and vacherin with truffle.
Childhood Move Sparked Acting Career
- Matthew Macfadyen moved to Jakarta at age eight and found acting a liberating place to be.
- He discovered performance calmed his nerves and decided to pursue it professionally.
How To Get Crispy Pork Crackling
- Score the pork skin and rub with salt, fennel seeds, lemon rind and a touch of garlic to encourage crackling.
- Start in a very hot oven (about 220°C) until it bubbles, then reduce heat and finish cooking for a crisp result.