Weeknight Paella

While I don’t adhere strictly to the traditional methods or ingredients for paella in this recipe, it’s my quick and realistic version suitable for midweek. The sherry and chorizo add a lot of flavour, so go for the best quality you can find. If you can’t find Manzanilla sherry, any dry sherry or Marsala isContinue reading “Weeknight Paella”

Tagliatelle with Cherry Tomatoes, Chilli and Rosé

A summery pasta you can knock up in no time. But don’t let its simplicity fool you – it pays back tenfold in flavour, which seems to build as you eat. The rosemary gives a deep, background herbal hit that makes a nice change from the more front-and-centre basil or parsley. I make this asContinue reading “Tagliatelle with Cherry Tomatoes, Chilli and Rosé”

The Art of the Breakfast Tray

I’ve never really bought into the idea that a high price tag guarantees luxury. For me, luxury is about quality and pleasure, and sometimes they need cost nothing at all. The best example of this is breakfast in bed. Taken properly, it is one of life’s true luxuries. Not just for Mother’s Day (though IContinue reading “The Art of the Breakfast Tray”

Crispy Potato Wedges

Perfect with some crispy fish or a homemade burger. If you’re cooking for more than 4 people, use two baking sheets and swap them around halfway through cooking. Crowding the trays will result in less-than-crispy wedges. Serves 4 Ingredients 4 fist-sized potatoes Olive oil Salt Method: Preheat the oven to 210C / 425F. Peel theContinue reading “Crispy Potato Wedges”