Made in small batches by working mum and Master Preserver Clippy, Clippy’s Apple products capture British seasonal and indulgent ingredients in bringing together a range of luxury preserves.
Angelus auctions off Chef’s Table for Burns Night inspired menu
In case any of you were wandering how best to prolong the season of excess, restaurant Angelus has got the perfect solution. They’ll be auctioning off their exclusive Chef’s Table for a unique Burns Night event.
Celebrity mixologist Giles Looker shows us how to recreate our favourite cocktails
With party season upon us why not push the boat out with something more original then a bottle of plonk. Mixologist Giles Looker gives you the know how to create his most original winter warmer.
The Gay Hussar, Soho, London
Today with MPs of all sides little more than jellies in suits, frightened to say boo to a goose and only interested in their puerile careers and a knighthood, The Gay Hussar is host to a dwindling band of the old crowd. Most are, thankfully, no longer sexually active and many have to swallow a cocktails of pills before eating anything to counter their various ailments. Some don’t even drink any more.
Rabanadas by Miguel de Almeida
Rabanadas are one of many traditional desserts that are served in Portugal for Christmas. I can describe them as being a very moist rich slice of fried crusty bread, a bit like the “pain perdu” of the French cuisine. Warm or cold, as a dessert or for Christmas day’s breakfast they are always present on my family table. I have great memories of the preparation of “rabanadas”.
Food blogger Helen Graves gives us the recipe to her cheese and onion tart
It’s hard to believe that such an easy recipe can taste so decadent and delicious. The key to success here lies in properly caramelising the onions; let them cook long and slow and you’ll be rewarded with sweet and sticky results.
Locatelli’s Olive Oil. Grease someone up for Xmas
Giorgio Locatelli has a new range of Italian foods coming out under the name Locadeli. Isn’t that great? I mean call me a silly old copywriter, and I most certainly am, but that makes me smile and wish I’d thought of it. Seems obvious now, but I bet they went through a lot of rubbish names before someone had that Eureka moment.
Make home made food your Xmas gift with Miele
Why not make some food gifts for Xmas? There’s still time thanks to these great ideas from Miele. Red onion jam, Florentines and pistachio and ginger biscotti – beautifully wrapped – will bring more pleasure than the usual quickly-bought bottle.
The Great Book of Yorkshire Pudding
Recently published, The Great Book of Yorkshire Pudding takes a look at this British culinary institution, including its history and folklore, myths and myriad uses. Although a mainstay of British cooking for almost 300 years, Yorkshire pudding has an uncertain provenance and it seems that there is no one, definitive, recipe.
Golden tickets up for grabs at etm group gastropubs
Never mind Kate and William’s Golden Tickets, sought after invitations this party season should belong to Tom and Ed Martin, owners of eight award-winning London pubs, including The Gun in Docklands, The White Swan on Fetter Lane and The Cadogan Arms on the King’s Road.