I am pleased to announce that today Hells Belles’ Bites officially went international! Now as the bi-monthly recipe developer for the US Timberland lifestyle blog, I have a unique opportunity to create…
There is definitely something special about caramelising the natural sugars of fruit. Whether you are cooking alfresco-style on the BBQ, or in the kitchen working with a griddle pan, lightly…
Hooray – the British Asparagus season has officially arrived! Spearing proudly through the nutritious, sandy soil that has been its protective blanket through the British winter, these gorgeous tender, green…
Spring is a very interesting time of year in the kitchen, bringing together a hybrid of seasonal ingredients. At a time when the we are seeing the withering away of…
After an indulgent bank holiday weekend, it is a delight to have such an array of fresh and vibrant spring ingredients to set us back on track to a healthy…
This time of year is an exciting transition period for the world of veggies. It has been a long, arduous period of harsh weather conditions; tough frosts, windy gales and…
I am the first to admit, we eat with our eyes. The beauty of food is something I take very seriously, and an aspect of my cooking I always seek…
The clocks have changed, the leaves have turned, though our first proper frost is yet to take hold. Fantastic news for us fungi fans, as a typically short and weather dependent…
I have never been so excited to get into the kitchen than I was last weekend after my shopping splurge at Bath Farmers’ Market! To say I eat with my…
Another hectic few weeks, and another late post for the blog – but this one, I assure you, was well worth the wait! This week I had the honour of…
Living in such an interesting and innovative food region, I am continually exposed to ground-breaking and unique artisan products that make me proud to be associated with the South West. …
Perfect in pastry, salads, cakes and puddings, the pear is best enjoyed now in the height of its seasons (September – January). Similar to apples, many varieties are grown globally,…