British Food Fortnight takes place between the 18th of September and 3rd of October across Britain to celebrate the best of British produce and showcase the diverse range of food available. Why not join the fun and enjoy some British blackcurrants at their best? Here are a couple of cocktail recipes to get you started:
Chopin potatoes and Flower sprouts recipes
It may not seem like it but a new season is slowly creeping upon us. With the changing seasons comes changing menus. So here are some recipes for Chopin potatoes and Flower sprouts from Marks and Spencer.
Geales to open in Chelsea Green
Restaurateur and hotelier Mark Fuller will be opening a second branch of the Notting Hill favourite, Geales, on the 16th of September in Chelsea Green.
A delicious way to earn a living
The late Michael Bateman, a prolific writer and food enthusiast, was probably the father of modern food journalism. When he started out in the 50s, it was considered a topic of little worth, but a topic he nevertheless continued to champion throughout his life.
Brue Valley Farms Creates Exclusive Extra-Mature Farmhouse Cheddar For Marks & Spencer
Brue Valley Farms has been supplying Marks & Spencer with fine cheddar cheeses for 25 years and to celebrate this, they’ve launched a brand new extra-mature Farmhouse Cheddar cheese.
Luke Mackay’s Comfort & Joy: Ham Hock Recipe
Luke Mackay talks about Miss Marple, pink custard and being dumped plus check out his comforting Ham Hock with Parsley Sauce recipe.
Hardys Nottage Hill Cabernet Shiraz 2008, FreshCase
The box boasts that the wine in the case will remain fresh for up to 6 weeks after opening, if you can keep it that long that is. This makes it very suitable for those red drinkers among us who might just want to enjoy a glass every now and then. I have to admit that my box didn’t last anything like 6 weeks, my partner and I had got through it in two days!
Busaba Eathai Old Street Launch
Busaba Eathai already serves up their own unique casual thai dining experience at their West End venues but now they’ve gone east, to Old Street.
Launch of Rémy Martin’s Coeur de Cognac Summer Fruits Limited Edition
Rémy Martin have released a brand new Coeur de Cognac Summer Fruits Limited Edition gift set. Last night was the launch where there was a chance to sample the sophiscticated tipple.
Dishoom
Inside Dishoom it’s as false as any other themed place in London. Packed with patina that you pay for and then install in great swathes. So what though? The pictures are actually rather interesting, the interior clean and bright and I am not eating the décor, even if some critics appear to be chewing the carpet.