If there is one thing I’ve learned over the years it’s this; indulgence should be delved into with gusto and appreciation. Indulgence, should, in fact, be de riguer. Not everyday, all day, but just enough to make you grateful for … Read More
I’ve eaten a lot of fabulous Lebanese and Persian food over the last few months, so an invitation to Randa by Maroush, in Kensington Church Street, made me determined to indulge in something other than the staple Middle Eastern fare … Read More
It’s always been my policy to befriend sommeliers and wine buyers; you can always learn so much from their experience. Over the course of several years visiting France to purchase wine, I’ve built up a relationship with the chief wine … Read More
You may think I’ve fallen down and hit my head; after all, who would devote a blog post to a kitchen towel? Well, like all the best ideas, simplicity is often at the heart of them. These award winning round … Read More
A bright summer evening was the perfect time to sample the new menu at the Imperial, Chelsea. I had enjoyed the convivialities on the opening night a year or so ago and it was deeply encouraging to see, on this return … Read More
This is a rich and complex fortified wine, one that I had the pleasure of quaffing at The Three Fishes in Lancashire, a pub with a serious wine list and a fistful of awards. This liquid gold from Portugal looks … Read More
Being a cheese monster makes discovering a new fromage disproportionately exciting. A recent trip to Devon to celebrate my nephew’s 40th birthday featured a most splendid cheese platter, including the above brie style soft cheese. It uses a traditional Caerffili … Read More
A fortunate visit to some rellies up North was further enhanced by sharing a bottle of the above Chilean wine, bought by my uncle as a featured wine in M + S. The languages used by aficianados in the world … Read More