I have yet to see anyone eating mulligatawny in an Indian restaurant – perhaps unsurprisingly, given that it’s a product of the British occupation, and the very name has an off-putting Victorian feel, which is a shame, because it’s aged a lot better than imperialism. Based, historians think, on the Madrassi broth molo tunny, it’s …
The world over, you’ll find home cooks trying to turn bags of potatoes into dinner, myself included. Sometimes, my answer is a Sri Lankan potato curry, or a Gujarati one. Perhaps a slow-cooked Spanish omelette if it’s a date night with Hugh at the kitchen island (like this Friday) but today, the solution is Greek. …
This reimagining of the old fashioned, in which American whiskey meets Andalusian flair, is a well-earned indulgence for the depths of winter. Deep, dark and full of Spanish warmth, it’s a cocktail that wraps you up like a velvet jacket with bourbon spice, sherry sweetness and a glint of orange zest. El toro Serves 1 …
Grocery store aisles are lined with option after option of dressings and condiments, so you’re spoiled for choice. But what if I told you that the best ranch dressing you’ll ever have is actually homemade and only takes 10 minutes to whip up? That’s even quicker than going to the store! This quick and simple …
When you need a little sweet treat, but also have protein goals to hit, these poppable cookie dough bites are the perfect solution. The dough is even easier to make than standard chocolate chip cookie dough, and they’re great for keeping in your fridge whenever a craving hits. Unlike our edible cookie dough, which is …
Anything bright and zingy is particularly welcome in January, even more so when it’s in the form of cake. I always have an odd end of marzipan after the festive season, and this is a great way to use it up and bring that cosy almond flavour. The marzipan gets blitzed into the butter for …
Like many, I remember Charlie Hicks from Veg Talk, a weekly show that ran on Radio 4 from 1998-2005. The show, according to Sheila Dillon, came into being after her interview with Charlie, a fourth-generation fruit and veg supplier at Covent Garden market, for an episode of The Food Programme exploring where chefs bought their …
As a refreshing mocktail or afternoon pick-me-up, dirty sodas have taken the world by storm, with everyone having their own formula for what makes the ultimate, best-of-the-best dirty soda. If you’ve always wanted to make your own at home, then good news: Whitney Leavitt, from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, shared her 5 golden …
Hear me out: I’m well aware that this may be one of the most sacrilegious things I could do to pasta, but I’m confirming that pasta chips are actually one of the most innovative ways to play with your food (many who tried them during testing grabbed handfuls). To make this snack carry a bit …
Today’s recipe began life as a way to use up garlic skins and herby leftovers, all of which contain a surprising amount of flavour, but it has evolved over time. Infused oil has countless uses – drizzle it over carpaccio, pasta or salad, use it to marinate meat, fish and vegetables, or simply as a …