Cap Gin from the Côte d’Azur
It’s new to me, Cap Gin, but this spirit has character and it’s far more than a novelty. Yes, it’s a French gin. Well, we...
Smith and Sinclair Alcoholic Gummies
A trio of cocktail selections I admit it, I was curious but dubious. Smith and Sinclair Alcoholic Gummies seemed to promise so much – although...
Schiedam – a honey of a gin gem and more
The Netherlands has been an oft-overlooked destination for those vacationers from the UK. Amsterdam still has a massive draw but there is so much more...
wagamama Opening and Staying Safe
wagamama announces plans for safe return to dine-in using ingenious innovation Stay Safe the wagamama Way Oh, how I have missed wagamama. Many of their...
Squeezing Miso Tasty
Japanese food is more popular than ever. Sushi has been the go-to dish for many, but real Japanese food is far more complex and delicious...
Lapsang Souchong Mustard, Cheese and Red Onion Meringue Tart – recipe
This Mustard, Cheese and Red Onion Meringue Tart makes use of a mustard made with tea! It was the Portuguese Princess Catherine who, in 1662,...
Karma Bites
Sounded more like a threat than a snack – Karma Bites. They were in fact light and airy puffed and flavourful lotus seed nibbles, and...
A’Rom Moulin Coarse Salt – product review
Aimed at the informed palette, simple condiments are raised to dizzy heights with these carefully selected gourmet salt and pepper combinations. Each A’Rom Moulin is...
British Museum’s world-class collection of French prints
British Museum’s world-class collection of French prints to go on show for first time in 40 years French Impressions: Prints from Manet to Cézanne 20...
Spiced mango chutney
From Sainsbury’s Fantastically quick and easy homemade mango chutney. Serves: 6 Preparation time: 10 Minutes Cooking time: 25 Minutes Ingredients 1 teaspoon coriander...
Always Home: A Daughter’s Recipes and Stories
One may not recognise the author, Fanny Singer, but any food lover will know of her mum, Alice Waters. Always Home: A Daughter’s Recipes and...
Alcoholic gums with Spirit
Smith and Sinclair Alcoholic Gummies I admit it, I was curious but dubious. Smith and Sinclair Alcoholic Gummies seemed to promise so much – although...
Brockmans for Fathers Day
Brockmans stay-at-home cocktail making treats, ordered without having to set foot out of your home, is a great solution to the Father’s Day (Sunday 21...
PEP Kitchen delivers
PEP Kitchen delivers hearty meals Joe and Ben of PEP Kitchen have introduced me to some of the very best food, and meals that are...
Mr Freed Tortilla chips
Mr Freed Gluten-Free and Vegan Tortilla Chips OK, I confess, I am not usually particularly interested in the ‘free-from’ market. Yes, it’s a concern for...
Charcuterie at home
Home Charcuterie: Make your own bacon, sausages, salami and other cured meats So many more people are becoming interested in home food preparation. It could...
Goat’s Cheese and Tomato Tart with Burpee Europe
Goat’s Cheese and Tomato Tart, pea shoots, fresh herbs and balsamic reduction is the full name of this delicious summery recipe from the collaboration between...
Bites of ChicP Veggies
Here we are again with a fresh offering from one of my favourite young companies – ChicP. They have become celebrated for their pots of...
Brockmans Tom Collins
Make-at-home cocktails: Sometimes, tradition is best. This is one of those times. If you’re having cocktails at home, shake up this smooth and elegant Tom...
How to raise a loaf and fall in love with sourdough
Has it something to do with the lockdown? Seems like everybody is baking and a few are showing off their latest sourdough loaf. There is...