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As summer ebbs away, you may still find that there is still an abundance of courgettes and tomatoes in the garden and if you are lucky basil. Even if you don’t have a vegetable.. Read More
This is the best time of year, when the sun is shining and the soft fruits are ripening. For me the perfect summer in England is a garden full of.. Read More
For several years I have been leading a cookery week in northern Umbria, close to Citta di Castello and on the doorstep of the Piero della Francesco trail. Autumn in.. Read More
It wasn’t long ago that it all became very clear to me why builders make excellent cooks. They are, after all, very precise in their work lives, they can’t afford.. Read More
I started teaching cooking in Australia, rather nervously in a little country town. I was young and fearless, that’s why one launches into things in such a rather inexperienced way... Read More
Australians have for the last few decades been used to eating Japanese food, after all we consider our close proximity to Asia a greater influence these days than our early .. Read More
Can one have too many cookbooks? Perhaps. But who am I to talk, I have far too many and I have added my own to the world’s supply. This week.. Read More
There is something very attractive about fish markets for the cook. When I see the variety of gleaming fish on offer, I immediately want to head for the kitchen and.. Read More
Whilst flipping through my cookbook Seasonal Secrets I realized that there are rhubarb recipes at both the ends of the book. I make no apologies though as I love rhubarb. .. Read More
At this time of year we cooks are very aware of the arrival of Seville oranges and the ensuing marmalade making sessions in the kitchen. It may be time consuming,.. Read More