Charcoal, glowing embers, and carefully managed heat give modern dishes flavours that standard ovens can’t easily reproduce. Chefs use these cooking methods to create crisp edges, gentle smokiness, and eye-catching colour while keeping the ingredients themselves at the centre of the plate. The same principles can improve vegetables, flatbreads, seafood, and meat at home, provided […]
Soho packs an impressive amount of food into a few central London streets, which makes it ideal for an afternoon of grazing. The trick is to leave enough time between stops, vary what you order and keep the route compact. Start after the main lunch rush, and you can enjoy several distinctive places without spending […]
Today I’m so happy to be back in my kitchen. As a travel writer I’m away a lot and I do miss the creativity and relaxation I get from cooking. So I was delighted to be sent a new skillet from the GreenPan Apex Collection to try out. The perfect excuse to come up with […]
It’s been a spectacular summer in the UK with endless blue skies and sunny days. But now that August is coming to an end, it’s time to look forward and plan some winter getaways. Here’s how to be prepared to make the most of them. Winter hikes have a special kind of magic. The crisp air, […]
London’s food scene is a vibrant, ever-changing mix of global tastes, and right at its heart are the city’s amazing markets. These busy spots are the parts of London that offer a real taste of its history, culture, and culinary creativity. For any food lover, checking out London’s best markets is a must-do, offering an […]
Some parts of London seem to suit one particular type of day out. For example, you might visit one area for shopping, another for nightlife, and somewhere else for sightseeing, and so on, but Covent Garden has always felt a little bit different because it manages to work for all sorts of occasions without really […]
