A celebration of the most important meal of the day Meera Sodha describes putting a good dinner on the table as her superpower. Until I read this, I had never considered making dinner for my family over decades as a superpower so much as a responsibility and sometimes, but not always, a joy. A super-achievement, […]
Simba Hybrid Original Mattress
The Quest for the Perfect Night’s Sleep: Enter the Simba Hybrid® Original Mattress Aren’t we all on a quest for the perfect night’s sleep? Experts suggest that adults need at least seven hours of sleep each night to stay healthy. To achieve this, we’re encouraged to keep the bedroom dark and quiet, limit light exposure, […]
Five Quarters by Rachel Roddy
Recipes and Notes from a Kitchen in Rome. Five Quarters (Headline Home) is an intriguing title that conjures up thoughts of a mathematical puzzle. In Testaccio, the wedge-shaped neighbourhood of Rome where Rachel Roddy has lived since 2005, the fifth quarter or quinto quarto, is a style of cooking that was developed by local slaughterhouse […]
You Be Chef Gourmet BBQ Box
You Be Chef Gourmet BBQ Box – This was a BBQ with bells and whistles. Gambas, scallops, tandoori burgers and sides of onion rings and potatoes along with an Isle of Wight tomato salad where fabulous tomatoes grow.
Perfect Parmigiano-Reggiano – Only from Italy
Time, Terroir and Tradition make this the Real Deal It is a truth universally acknowledged that Italy produces various foods that simply can’t be made anywhere else. Parmigiano-Reggiano is a great example – an Italian hard cheese that we all know. Renowned worldwide for its rich flavour, hard texture, and versatility the production of Parmigiano-Reggiano […]
National Fish and Chips Day 2024 – La Gioiosa Prosecco x Kennedy’s Restaurant
The Best of Britaly – Prosecco, Fish and Chips! Celebrated on 6th June every year, National Fish and Chip Day promotes one of the UK’s most iconic dishes. It is always a pleasure to be invited to one of London’s famous fish and chip restaurants to appreciate the continued popularity of a dish which to […]
FlexiSpot XC6 Recliner Chair
The Ultimate Relaxation Chair The XC6 recliner chair from FlexiSpot is a handsome addition to any modern home especially if you work from home, as it offers a perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and contemporary style. Ideal for those well-deserved breaks, especially after grinding away at your desk for long hours. Working from home, a […]
The Best Sunday Roast in London – Traditional, Tried and Tested
The Best of British – Sunday Roast in Style While many Londoners now go out for their Sunday Roast, I’m of the generation who grew up eating Sunday lunch as the day’s main meal at home. It’s a British classic popularised in Henry VIII’s reign. Served a little later than normal, historically it was timed […]
Mahabis Verbier Slippers
Slipping into spring in my stylish mahabis If you spend a lot of time working from home like me, a good pair of slippers is essential. Slippers that feel good tend to be a little more expensive and properly structured with a good footbed. I’m a big fan of natural fibres and my need to […]
Kachori x Paladar Supperclub Collaboration
India meets Latin America in Elephant & Castle with an evening of cross-cultural gastronomy and bonhomie. When Kachori Indian Restaurant first opened on my doorstep I was thrilled. A modern Indian restaurant to showcase the food of Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Punjab – including influences drawn from the regional communities of Marwari, Jains, Raiputs […]