Cheating is, in my opinion, absolutely the thing to do when you find a product that works and tastes great. Why the hell not? There are times when uncomplicated and quick is your only option, whether it’s because you’re exhausted … Read More
A visit to my great pals Fi and Ian in Preston is nearly always dominated by food. I get there, my bessie’s husband has done something spectacular a la sous vide, the wine is flowing and I’m often introduced to … Read More
I’ve been frantically looking at suppliers of Spanish produce online in the UK and sadly have not been able to source this quite delicious cheese. It’s my mission to find it on my return to England and a few lucky … Read More
Being a confirmed omnivore there is pretty much nothing I won’t eat, except maybe tripe and cinnamon, so being offered a free ticket to the V Delicious show promoting vegetarian and vegan food was going to be something of an … Read More
Perusing the website to find out about Martin Miller’s gin is a fascinating read. From its conception to the final product, the eccentric and rather brilliant brain behind the gin is sadly no longer with us, but if you’re a … Read More
I adore Cognac, but my first experience of fortified Gallic beverages was the apple based Calvados. At the tender age of 17, while travelling up to Holland with my father and sister we stopped to eat in a Les Routieres … 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
Lychee Macaron Scallops with pea puree Filled with luscious recipes, beautifully shot and a testament to pure genius, Relish allows a bunch of uber talented chefs to show case their Gargantuan skills in the kitchen. This book isn’t for everyone. … Read More