1070 Chicken Goujons and Coleslaw – product review
No, dear reader, that isn’t the number of chicken pieces in a box, even though the serving is generous! 1070 is the name of a...
Live to Sparkle from Kingsland Wines – review
Ideal for party quaffing This is a real party-time drink. It’s ideal for a group, and any glass of fizz with a pink blush is...
1070 Celebrating Jewish Soup & Sandwiches
So, what is 1070? A house number? A phone number? No, it’s actually a date. Jews first arrived in Britain in 1070 at the invitation...
Borgo Molino Prosecco – wine review
It’s said that one eats with one’s eyes. Well, if that’s true then Borgo Molino Prosecco will be tempting before it even reaches the shopping...
Caorunn – the Scottish London Dry Gin – review
The first thing one notices about Caorunn gin is, well, the gin! Its rather classy bottle presents mountain-stream-clear aromatic alcohol in its purest form. It...
Shorn Pinot Grigio Fizz – drinks review
Kingsland Drinks has launched Shorn Pinot Grigio sparkling wine in the UK, a wine that gets it bubbles through introduced carbonation. The investment in the...
Raisin and Cocoa – Biscuits by Elizabeth Shaw – product review
The name Elizabeth Shaw immediately brings to mind those wonderful Mint Crisps (review to follow shortly). She started making them in 1937 and they have...
Junmai Ginjo from Heavensake – drinks review
Junmai Ginjo is just one of many styles of sake. The differences are derived from the type of rice used, the local water, the skill...
Mostly Food & Travel Journal Best of 2017 Awards
Here are a few of the items that have been particularly noteworthy this year. I have presented my favourite restaurants here but the following are...
Feta, Rocket and Olive Pasta Salad
From BBC Food Our healthy olive pasta salad, bursting with herby goodness can be made in a matter of minutes. Ingredients 350g/12oz penne,...
Especially Good Sweet Potatoes
From Whole Foods Market Serves 8 Everybody will say how good this is – and nobody will know how good it is for you....
Cole & Mason Salt and Pepper Grinders – review
Introducing unique milling technology, durable mechanisms and superior construction from Cole & Mason salt and pepper mills. It is called Precision System and gives optimum...
Eggs Florentine by Sophie Dahl
A classic eggs Florentine is perfect for an indulgent weekend brunch. Ingredients For the hollandaise sauce 100g/3½oz butter, cut into cubes 2 free-range egg...
Egg-fried Rice
Egg-fried rice is easy to prepare and tastes great as a meal on its own. For the best result, make sure the rice is cooked...
Creamy Spinach Dip
Rich avocado and puréed white beans give this crowd-pleasing, healthy Spinach Dip its creamy texture. Serve with carrots, celery and red bell pepper for dipping....
Creamy Curried Cauliflower Soup
Curry powder and almond milk conspire here with the cauliflower to produce a full-flavored blended soup that’s creamy on the palate without including any actual...
Creamy Corn Empanadas
Corn Empanadas are perfect for picnics or pop a couple of these creamy corn pasties in your lunch box. From BBC Food Ingredients For...
Couscous Salad
A hearty couscous salad that is so simple to make. For a slightly different flavour, use the zest and juice of one lime. Serve with...
Corn Pancakes with Chilli Sauce
Corn Pancakes by Allegra McEvedy Ingredients 280 g sweetcorn, fresh or frozen 1-2 spring onion, green part only, finely chopped 3 eggs 1 tbsp...
Chickpea dip and pitta fingers
Chickpea dip: a combination of chickpeas, garlic, virtually fat free fromage frais and parsley. From Sainsbury’s Serves: 4 Preparation time: 10 Minutes Ingredients 410g...