We demystify this delicious dip, how to make it, and share some tips and tricks to get it right every time. Plus, we share Jamie’s artichoke alioli recipe from his latest cookbook, 5 Ingredients Mediterranean. First off, what’s alioli made of? Alioli is commonly made with garlic and olive oil, and sometimes extra flavourings, like […]
Fantastic with breads, as part of a mezze, or with grilled meats and salad, tzatziki offers refreshing balance to your meal, and is a brilliant way to use up leftover yoghurt, too. For a step-by-step guide on how to make tzatziki, take a look at Leyla Kazim’s top tips. Once you’ve got that covered, check […]
Thanks to its geography, there are some staple Mediterranean ingredients that cross borders and feature in most local cooking, including plenty of fresh fruit and veg, such as tomatoes, aubergines and lemons; garlic, onions and fresh, aromatic herbs; as well as extra virgin olive oil, nuts, super-fresh seafood, meat, and dairy products, such as yoghurt […]
Tahini’s rich, nutty flavour and creamy texture lends itself to all sorts of recipes. You can blitz it into a dip, dressing or marinade, bake it into sweet cookies and cakes, or simply enjoy spread on toast with a drizzle of honey. Like most nut butters and pastes, tahini has a relatively long shelf-life (always […]
A jar of ready-made pesto is such a useful ingredient, but how often have you found a half-empty jar that’s gone mouldy at the back of the fridge? But what can you do with half a jar of pesto before it goes mouldy? There’s so much more to this store-cupboard hero than just stirring through […]
Add excitement to your grilled meat and veg with moreish dips and sauces, from a deep and rich BBQ sauce to spicy sriracha and chilli sauce. Cooking up Mexican-style food, like pork quesadillas? Team it with a hot red pepper sauce. For those serving up succulent grilled lamb or steak, pop some green or apricot […]
A good chutney can transform a meal – it’s a delicious curry accompaniment, great on cheese sandwiches, and makes a lovely edible gift. Check out our easy chutney recipes
