Coconut and Banana Smoothie
From Morrisons Ingredients 150ml canned coconut milk 150g Greek-style natural yogurt 1 tbsp desiccated coconut 1 tbsp porridge oats 1 banana, peeled and chopped...
Sweet and Sour Turkey balls – recipe
Turkey is a healthy meat but we often don’t know what to do with it. A burger would be popular with the kids, but this...
Antonio Carluccio – 100 Pasta Recipes – review
Antonio Carluccio is one of the world’s most respected authorities on Italy’s great food. He has written more than a dozen bestselling books and has...
Fino & Mint Cocktail
Fino Sherry is a much underrated wine but it’s coming back into fashion. Here is a simple cocktail for summer. Don’t be shy with the...
Red Onion Tarte Tatin
From BBC Food Delia Smith wows with a savoury version of the classic French tarte tatin. Just leave it to work its magic in...
Mint Lemonade
From BBC Food This Mint lemonade recipe makes for a refreshing non-alcoholic cooler on warm days and a grown-up alternative to cocktails on summer nights....
Berry Cheesecake in a Glass
From BBC Food Hungry but in a hurry? This easy berrylicious cheesecake can be whipped-up in a flash. Ingredients 150g/5¼oz mixed seasonal berries...
Rijsttafel in The Hague – travel review
I love The Netherlands and am an unashamed supporter. It’s an oft-disregarded tourist destination even though it’s easy to get to from London. Short breaks...
Pimms Lollies
From BBC Food Serve these naughty Pimms lollies instead of dessert at a summer barbecue. Equipment: for this recipe you will need wooden lolly...
Tiger of Mysore Mocha Mysore Coffee Latte Petits Fours – recipe
In 1750 military officer Hyder Ali of the Kingdom of Mysore (now part of India) and his wife were delivered of a baby. They named...
Champagne Cocktail
From Morrisons A classic party tipple. Ingredients Champagne Triple sec Sugar Fresh strawberries Method Serve 100ml champagne and 25ml Triple sec in...
Layered Pasta and Veggie Bake
From Whole Foods Market Serves 8 A deliciously different take on white lasagna, with little (or no) cheese and big on veggies, here’s...
Pâtisserie at Home by Will Torrent – review
Not many will recognise the name Will Torrent although that’s not through his lack of respect within the food industry, more shortage of a TV...
Mint Julep recipe
Mint Julep is a chilly and classic cocktail and usually served in a metal cup. Ingredients 65ml bourbon 10 mint leaves 12½ ml 2:1 sugar...
Linguine with Spinach, Artichokes, and Red Lentil Sauce
From Whole Foods Market Serves 4 When simmered until they’re velvety soft, red lentils make a surprisingly creamy sauce for pasta. Garlic, onion...
Brockmans Cosmopolitan Couple for Valentines
After last year, what we all need on Valentine’s Day is a hug. We bring you three cocktails each of which is tantamount to a...
Honey and Sultana Cake
From Sainsbury’s Honey gives this cake a distinctive flavour. Serves: Makes an 18cm cake, cuts into 8 slices Preparation time: 20 Minutes Cooking time:...
The World of Spice by Michael Bateman – review
Michael Bateman was a tremendously appealing food writer. He wrote his books and newspaper articles with a light and witty air which encouraged even non-foodies...
Goodnight Kiss cocktail recipe
The Goodnight Kiss is a delight when made with Champagne but it works well with a sweet prosecco – in that case one could leave...
Grilled Summer Vegetables
From Whole Foods Market Serves 4 When eggplant, peppers and summer squashes are in season, use a simple cooking method such as grilling...