Video food blog: Cockle & ham hock stew w/ polenta

AS temperatures start to drop, hot and hearty food is on the menu.

Chef Graeme Pallister. Picture: Contributed

In this video blog 2014 Food & Drink ambassador chef, Graeme Pallister, of 63 Tay Street in Perth shows you how to create the ultimate comfort food stew that is quick and easy to rustle up.

Seasonal Scottish produce is used by Graeme to create a mouth-watering take on a classic winter warmer with the addition of some unusual ingredients. Serving this cockle & ham hock stew with polenta to friends and family will give you a reputation as a fantastic cook!

The video, which promotes the best of Scotland’s natural larder, sits within the dedicated TV hub, Scottishfoodanddrink.tv, where visitors can view clips from top Scottish chefs and producers, as well as some key 2014 events taking place throughout this year, to gain insight into Scotland’s booming food and drink industry.

The major events taking throughout 2014 offer a great stage to showcase Scotland’s wares to the world, shout about our outstanding produce and promote ourselves as a true Land of Food and Drink.