Mexican-style pork with chilli, kidney beans and tomatoes
From Sainsbury’s Serves: 4 Preparation time: 10 Minutes Cooking time: 30 Minutes Ingredients 2 tablespoons organic sunflower oil 1 organic onion, chopped 3 cloves...
Irish Cheddar Potato Bites
From Whole Foods Market Serves 8 This occasion-worthy side dish serves as an appetizer for parties, too. If you’re serving a spiral-sliced ham as...
Darbaar by Abdul Yaseen, Broadgate – restaurant review
Here is a man to follow and a restaurant to watch. This new venture, Darbaar with Abdul Yaseen at the helm, has pedigree and polish...
The Chalet Cookbook – review
Yes, it’s that time of year again. Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, etc. Our thoughts turn to cold-weather vacations and possibly (although not in...
Hearty Lentil and Sausage Soup
From Whole Foods Market Serves 6 This robust one-pot dinner packs in lentils, sausage and plenty of vegetables, including mushrooms, spinach, onions and garlic....
Langkawi – more than beaches – travel review
This tropical gem has a deserved reputation for iconic, palm-fringed beaches, dazzling white sand and sea warm enough to call a bath. Langkawi is an...
Sake in situ – the overlooked tourist attraction in Japan – travel review
A dream came true for me recently and it was courtesy of the Japanese Ministry of Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF). That might sound unlikely when...
Clementine and Ginger Gammon
From Sainsbury’s Roasted gammon with a zesty glaze, a delicious twist on a traditional Christmas dish Preparation time: 10 Minutes Cooking time: see...