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Cooking… Oatcakes with Martha Legg

Oatcakes When I moved in with Martin, he already had two delightful, grown-up children. We went on a family road trip…

The importance of labelling imported food

For the fourth time since Brexit, the Government has delayed the implementation of much-needed checks on imported foreign food…

Cooking Apple Strudel with Martha Legg

My husband Martin has an incredibly sweet tooth, after he has eaten his dinner, about an hour and a…

Bake Off star Maggie’s in store for you

This month at Salamander Cookshop there are some great events including a chance to meet special guest, 2021 GBBO…

Cooking… Puff pastry twists with Martha Legg

Those who read my column regularly will remember that one of my greatest discoveries is that you can buy…

Talking Italian… Part 2 with Martha Legg

After our trip to Rome, and having had a brief holiday in Sorrento, (hotel and food not good, best…

Hey pesto! This watercress will impress

Grilled Nectarines & Feta Salad with Watercress, Tomato and Red Onion Drizzled with Watercress Pesto Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time:…

Getting the point during asparagus season

According to British Asparagus, the ultimate spring green, dubbed the Usain Bolt of the veggie world, can grow 10cm…

Talking Italian, Part 1. Cooking with Martha Legg

Talking Italian, part 1 As you know, Martin and I love to travel, but our wings have been clipped during…

Riding on the watercress of a wave!

With longer, warmer days on the horizon and al fresco dining finally a possibility, embrace the sunny season with…