The Rare Welsh Bit

This ham cawl is a traditional Welsh gammon and root veg broth built around everyday ingredients and a slower, more considered approach to cooking. Created in line with the Welsh Government and Food & Drink Wales’ ‘Rooted in Wales’ campaign, it reflects the idea of choosing food that’s local, seasonal and close to home – […] Read more…

What if you could simplify the preparation of your favourite homemade bakes without losing the tradition behind them? Today I’m making one of Wales’ most traditional teatime treats – bara brith – using my new Thermomix® TM7. Don’t forget to PIN this recipe so you can find it once you’re ready to start baking! Few […] Read more…

Looking for an easy way to bring everyone together this Easter? These lamb and leek rosemary skewers are a delicious alternative to traditional roast lamb, paired with simple sides and a relaxed approach to Easter hosting with help from Very. Easter is the perfect excuse to slow things down and gather around the table with […] Read more…

This easy no bake cheesecake-filled chocolate egg is the perfect Easter treat with a twist – on the table in less than two hours (including setting time)! If you’re looking for a fresh twist on Easter treats this year, these no-bake vanilla cheesecake-filled Easter eggs are a delicious place to start. A far cry from […] Read more…

Wales’ food festivals tend to feel grounded rather than glossy – more about producers, place and eating well than spectacle. From seaside towns to city centres, these events are often best experienced as part of a wider trip, whether that’s a weekend away or an extended food-focused route around the country. Tip: Many Welsh food […] Read more…

Set among the undulating hills of Corinthia in the northeastern Peloponnese, Nemea is often dubbed the ‘Bordeaux of Greece’ – and for good reason. As you enter the region, a sign reading “Welcome to Wine Land” offers a fitting introduction to Greece’s largest red wine appellation, and a rising star on the global wine map. […] Read more…

There are few ingredients more overlooked in the kitchen than the humble raisin. Yet tucked away in the sun-drenched vineyards of Greece, a centuries-old story of identity, mislabelling, and agricultural pride is being quietly reclaimed – one tiny raisin at a time. On a recent press trip to the northern Peloponnese, I travelled to Kiato, […] Read more…

Discover the best of traditional Tunisian cuisine on a Tunisian food tour with Sawa Taste of Tunisia. Join me on a four-day taster tour showcasing the highlights of Sawa’s culinary experiences, from Tunisian street food to the best local independent restaurants and producers. Once seen as the granary of Rome for its plentiful harvests, Tunisia […] Read more…