How to make the most of English asparagus
It’s that time of year again: when whatever has just come into season dictates supper. Asparagus will be around until June, overlapping briefly with its wintry counterpart,…
Mark the start of al fresco dinner season with this light, fresh monkfish dish
I have spent much of the past week forcing my loved ones to eat outside. Easter weekend always feels like the threshold to al fresco dinner season….
Mark Hix’s three-course shellfish feast for Bank Holiday weekend
A plate of roasted shellfish is a great thing to put on the table in front of guests, and has a real wow factor. Sure, they’ll need…
Mark Hix’s spring menu of beetroot salad, braised oxtail and apple coupe
When it comes to hosting, dinner or lunch menus should be thought out and not left until the day itself. I usually prepare things a few days…
Mark Hix’s three-course spring menu to make this weekend
Spring arrived a bit early this year and all sorts of things have popped up ahead of their natural timing: British asparagus has been on sale in…
The best dishes to celebrate St Patrick’s Day 2022 – including an Irish stew recipe
With St Patrick’s Day finally here, a major part of the Irish celebration is through traditional food and drink. While many will be looking to cheers with…
Mark Hix’s easy brunch dishes to make this weekend
Contrary to popular belief, brunch actually originated in England in the late 19th century and then caught on in America in the 1930s. Back in my days…
Drew Barrymore’s healthy home recipes
When Hollywood stars get a little more… mature, they often add food and drink ventures to create a “portfolio” career: everyone from George Clooney selling tequila, to…