Plonking a big bowl of pasta into the middle of a table that is surrounded by friends is one of life’s simple joys. You just add a big green salad, some artisan bread and a couple of bottles of Primitovo … Read More
What could be more comforting than a deeply flavoursome spinach, pea and Parmesan soup. You can knock it up in minutes and its colour is stunning. It’s a firm favourite with the customers and when you try it you’ll know … Read More
Being a devoted carnivore and a confirmed greedy git to boot, one of my favourite snacks in which to indulge is a steak and onion baguette with just a little rocket and a great big dollop of Maille Dijon mustard. … Read More
Having Saturdays off is like Christmas come early. I had forgotten how good it felt to have two days to recoup – frankly working six days a week meant loss of contact with family and friends, a most ludicrous scenario … Read More
Although one can buy tinned clams (please don’t) I would never dream of using anything other than the fresh variety. It’s one of the easiest dishes to make – I use tomatoes and although I’m not sure if it’s authentic … Read More
I adore coming to Spain at Christmas. The herbs, the fruit and veg, the seafood and the tapas restaurants are just so superior on every level for half the price and there’s not a turkey in sight. Christmas day had … Read More
The ultimate comfort food to my mind. Dotted with pea puree and a layer of spinach to stop the potato from absorbing all the luscious sauce, you can use whatever fish you like (smoked haddock is always good in fish … Read More
These little beauties take about five minutes from fridge to your dinner plate. I should cocoa. It’s so worth the tiny effort of making your own spice mix – you won’t ever want to buy the commercial variety again. TIP I … Read More