We discover the origins of the Bolivian grain and offer up three delicious recipes to cook up a storm with quinoa.
We discover the origins of the Bolivian grain and offer up three delicious recipes to cook up a storm with quinoa.
The leanest time of year in the vegetable garden is not the depths of winter but now, in early spring. Stored produce is dwindling, past its best or has run out altogether. The same is true for crops that overwinter such as parsnips, leeks and kale. Thank goodness for sprouting broccoli, which is just starting Read the full article…
Easter eggs have lined supermarket shelves for weeks now and we’re thinking about the long weekend break behind us – a great time for family, friends, a big lamb roast and our favourite Easter chocolate treat. I’ve never thought too much about the Easter eggs I buy for others – I tend to decide on Read the full article…
It’s almost Easter, which means planning a tasty Easter feast for the family. Whatever you’re going for, read all Ren’s tips for a perfect roast.
Famously, the default conversational setting of the British is discussion of the weather. Personally, I think the topic’s fascinating – our weather is endlessly changeable and surprising – but I suspect the national obsession may have more to do with inherent social awkwardness. In our defence, however, it must be said that we are also Read the full article…
By Ren Behan The best lasagne I ever ate was in the foothills of the northern Italian mountains of Emilia-Romagna in Italy. My sister’s mother-in-law, Carmela, had made it. I remember the paper-thin handmade pasta, layered up with a flavourful slow-cooked ragù of pork and beef, a light, white sauce and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese grated over Read the full article…
Easter is a time to celebrate food, enjoy the company of family and friends and make the most of a long weekend, so we’ve put together a batch of Jamie’s recipes to see you through the festivities. There’s everything you need for any eventuality including biscuits, cakes, stews – and of course the roast lamb. Read the full article…
If you’re thinking of serving your family and friends a gorgeous roast this weekend why don’t you put this steaming, creamy Celeriac Gratin in front of them and see their faces light up? So we’ve put together a really simple guide to getting celeriac right. It goes well with beef, ham, chicken, well pretty much Read the full article…
Celebrate the culture and food of the Emerald Isle with a Jamie St Patrick’s Day feast on 17th March. This lively day is marked with music, food, dancing and of course a drop of the black stuff.
It’s a myth that it’s a struggle to get enough fruit in the diet. Hitting the recommended five portions of fruit and vegetables a day shouldn’t be a challenge, because it can all be eaten at mealtimes.