Tie the knot up on the roof at The Deck

Getting married? Then ‘do’ take a look The Deck’s Wedding Showcase on Saturday 5th September, 12.00pm – 4.00pm It’s a unique venue, high above the madding crowd with first class catering and a host of unique extras, including costume hire from the National Theatre’s wardrobe

Sweet Chari-tea!

Motability are calling for people across the UK to brew up in the name of charity for their 2009 Tea Party campaign. Throughout August and September, people are being encouraged to hold tea parties at home or in work, clubs and societies to raise funds for Motability, the national disability charity.

Crab Linguine

A delicious and simple pasta dish using crab meat, which is in season right now, and just a few other simple ingredients. Quick and easy and the perfect end-of-summer dish

Combat Catering. Feeding the masses at Standon Calling

It looks like the aftermath of some terrible nameless war; people staggering about dazed and more than a little confused, their clothes covered in mud and debris. There are some shapeless lumps of human life on the grass half concealed by blankets, whilst others are supporting each other as they walk. All over the carnage hangs a thin pall of smoke. Welcome to Standon Calling.

Masala Zone Bayswater

The Panjabi sisters’ latest Bayswater offering epitomises what the expanding Masala Zone chain excels at – tantalising thalis, tribal-styled interiors and cheap chow. And its bouquet of wet-saried women (on posters, not at the pass) is sure to enchant the average solo male diner. But while its starring dishes twinkle, can it afford to let its standards slip on those that don’t?

Cultured Milk:’Frae’

Rather than silver spoons, two Glaswegian entrepreneurs were seemingly born with biodegradable starch ones in their mouths. We investigate the craze coming to a high street near you – virtuous yet decadent, frozen yoghurt.

Courgette and Pea Frittata

When fresh peas are available this is a great way to eat them, thawed frozen peas can always be substituted. This frittata also tastes delicious if mint is added instead of tarragon.