Phil Mitchell

Phil Mitchell

Mushroom & Lentil Pate

I started trading at farmer’s markets in 2014, and back then all I sold was vegetarian curries and extra items such as cultured dairy-free cheese, seed crackers, and this delicious Mushroom and lentil Pate. The extras I sold were wholesome,…

A little break

Whenever there’s a fifth weekend there are normally no markets. And when these rare weekends become available I like to go somewhere with Louise and my dog. This coming weekend is no exception because several months ago I booked a…

Nut Roast anyone?

I’ve decided to cook my family a nut roast this Christmas. I do love a good nut roast. But it has to be exceptionally good, with a high ratio of chestnuts, mushrooms, mixed nuts, and cranberries. This year I’m cooking…

A Short Break

I’ve decided to treat myself, Louise, and our children to a short break after what’s been an amazingly busy summer. Cooking so much food on my own, and keeping to such high standards does eventually mean I have to take…

New Opening hours!

Moving forward can be scary. But as a small business owner I’m more scared of not moving forward. I’m still motivated to expand my business and create new opportunities. From next week onwards, I’m opening my deli three days a…

Summer Supper Club Dates

Hi folks. I’ve finally set dates for the next three supper clubs. I’m also planning a secret menu supper club on Saturday the 28th September. The suppers are limited to approximately 16 covers. Every evening offers something a little different.…

Holiday Break

In June Louise and I are off to the Lake District for a well earned rest. We’re going for one week, so the deli will only be closed on Friday 28th June, plus there won’t be a delivery service on…

Samosa are back!

I’ve always enjoyed making food from scratch. Like our Punjabi Veg Samosa, constructed with a fresh dough rolled as thinly as possible, then stuffed with potato, fresh curry leaves, fresh coriander, dried mango, and a freshly made Punjabi masala. But…

Chaat Man Indian Deli is open!

I do enjoy my time off work, and Christmas was no exception. Unfortunately, IBS became a thing in my life. And so Christmas wasn’t my usual week of feasting. Instead, I learnt all about the gut biome, what foods may…

Summer Hols

It’s time for a break, a well earned break, in what is the quietest time of the year for us. As we move towards August, you may wish to make note of our final few farmers market dates and deli…