Heathrow has a new circle of hell, The Queen’s Terminal. But is it actually so bad? Keith Lewis goes beyond security to see how the weary traveller may actually have something decently foodish to look forward to
Put some fire into the weekend – light up the barbecue
Spring is in the air and the longer, brighter days mean we all feel like spending more time outdoors. If the barbecue is not already out of the garage or shed, bank holiday weekend is a great time to get it set up ready to go.
Parmigiano Reggiano, Pea and Asparagus Risotto
Embrace asparagus season with this fresh, spring risotto recipe. Packed full of flavour and colour, this dish will suit the whole family.
All aboard the good ship Sherry: Fino tasting with Tio Pepe
So it’s not surprising that a well-chilled Fino is the natural bedfellow of tapas. And on board the Good Ship Sherry, we were treated to a handsome supply of bites from London restaurant group Iberica, which has just opened its fourth restaurant in Farringdon.
So that’s clear then – new Lurpak Clarified Butter on test
A pack of Lurpak’s already clarified butter from the new Cook’s Range is a great fridge staple, particularly as it has a longer refrigerator life than plain butter, is more economical, and just plain tasty.
Boldly going with Lurpak Baking Butter
Lurpak has of course always been a first choice with bakers, its colour makes the results creamy looking and it has no salt. I lobbed the required amount into the mixer along with all the other ingredients for a Lemon Drizzle Cake from Mary Berry.
Zachry’s et al at Watergate Bay
It’s all vast spaces and windows onto the ocean, pastel blues, tongue and groove, and laid-back surfer chic. Its guests look like grown-up surfers now in their late 20s, 30s and 40s but with coolly-dressed blond kids in tow.
Ekachai, Liverpool Street
It’s seven in the evening on a dark and cold Tuesday, and I find myself in an odd situation. I’m in a decidedly Oriental environment, surrounded by bamboo and rope-wrapped pillars. The music, however, consists of track after track from the videogame Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.
The Carnaby Burger Company
Good vibes and good burgers, what more could you want?
Here Comes the Summer: Gordon’s Gin With a Sport of Elderflower
Emma travels to the Worships Street Whistling Shop to put her ‘supertaster’ taste buds to the test for the launch of Gordon’s new summery gin: With a Spot of Elderflower.