Food & Drink

What’s on the menu for Valentine’s night? For me, it’s always going to be something comforting. I’ve always loved a bit of stodge, and if we’re talking elevated stodge, then nothing quite hits the mark like the sort of shepherd’s pie you’d order in somewhere like The Ivy.

Cheese is often written off by people who train regularly, dismissed as too fatty or indulgent to fit into a muscle-building diet.

With Pancake Day fast approaching on February 17, many of us are already planning our favourite toppings, from classic lemon and sugar to indulgent stacks loaded with fruit, cream and syrup.

As Pancake Day approaches, Brits are increasingly ditching traditional sugar-laden pancakes in favour of healthier alternatives they can enjoy all year round.

The era of “house olive oil” is truly over. Following news this week that a bottle of £450 olive oil released at Selfridges sold out in record time, what was once a cooking essential has now become a symbol of luxury status.

In today’s competitive coffee shop landscape, quality is an expectation. Customers return to cafés and bakeries because they trust they will receive the same espresso, cappuccino or latte every time they visit.

The UK is experiencing a GLP-1 boom.  These appetite-support medications mimic a naturally occurring gut hormone, helping people curb cravings, stay satisfied for longer, and eat more mindfully.

The Sea, the much-loved seafood bar and fishmongers in Chelsea, is opening a bistro and fish shop in a brand new location on Pavilion Road, across from its original outpost.

Minestrone-Eh? Why So Many Brits Are Confused About This Classic Italian Soup As we continue to embrace soup season, the nation is turning to classic winter warmers to beat the cold. However, new research from Crosse & Blackwell reveals that many Brits are scratching their heads when it comes to the classic…

I actually find joy in cooking. I find it relaxing and therapeutic, so I don’t tend to go in for loads of shortcut gadgets. Of course, I have a toaster and a kettle and all the usual bits, but I’ve always steered clear of bread makers, steamers, pressure cookers and the like. I hate the clutter, and it all just feels a bit excessive.