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Welsh Beef Steak Caesar Salad

Welsh Beef steak Caesar salad with wild garlic croutons - the photo shows the steak Caesar salad dressing being drizzled off a spoon.

Celebrate Beef Week (23–30 April 2026) with this PGI Welsh Beef steak Caesar salad with wild garlic croutons – a simple yet satisfying take on a classic Caesar salad recipe, ready in around 45 minutes. Steak Caesar salad takes everything that works about a traditional Caesar and builds on it, combining crisp romaine lettuce, a […] Read more…

Traditional Welsh Ham Cawl (Ham & Root Veg Broth)

Traditional Welsh ham cawl with gammon ham

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…

Making Traditional Welsh Bara Brith with Thermomix®

Traditional Welsh bara brith fruit loaf, sliced on a small plate next to a teapot and cup of tea, Thermomix TM7 and a vase of daffodils

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…

Lamb & Leek Rosemary Skewers: An Easy Easter Recipe with Very

Lamb and leeks on rosemary stem skewers, arranged on Middle Eastern-inspired flatbreads

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…

Cheesecake Filled Easter Egg

Cheesecake filled Easter eggs topped with chocolate chunks, chocolate sauce and Mini Eggs on a plate next to a knife

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…

Best Ever Welsh Rarebit Recipe

Welsh rarebit made from the Lavender and Lovage cookbook by Karen Burns-Booth

I’m going back to basics with a recipe for traditional Welsh rarebit, also known as Welsh rabbit. Perhaps one of the most popular of all traditional Welsh dishes, Welsh rarebit is often likened to cheese on toast, but it’s much more than that! In this blog post, I’ll be answering some of the most commonly […] Read more…

How International Supermarkets Can Change The Way You Cook

Overhead view of people wandering around a supermarket

Travel is often how we discover new flavours, but you don’t need a flight to shake up your cooking. With the right ingredients, you can bring dishes from across Europe, Latin America and beyond into your own kitchen – no suitcase required. Shopping at an international supermarket makes it it far simpler to access regional […] Read more…

The Art of the Perfect Meat Platter or Charcuterie Board

A meat and cheese board (charcuterie board)

A good meat platter – or charcuterie board – doesn’t need to be complicated. A few well-chosen products, put together with a bit of thought, will always work better than overloading the board. Starting with quality is key. Using a reliable deli meat supplier like Gmi-Trading makes a noticeable difference, particularly if you’re putting boards […] Read more…

How to Style a Seasonal Supper at Home

The dining table at Villa Ma-Amoura, set for our vegetarian dinner

Seasonal meals are often shaped by what’s growing nearby, the rhythm of the seasons, and the simple pleasure of gathering around the table. In many regions, local farms play a central role in the ingredients people cook with throughout the year, naturally influencing the flavours that appear in seasonal dishes. Using fresh produce, seasonal vegetables […] Read more…

Mother’s Day Breakfast in Bed: How to Make It Special

Mother's Day breakfast in bed on a tray with a croissant, berries, Mother's Day card, white rose in a small vase, and a cup of coffee

Mother’s Day is often associated with flowers, cards, and perhaps a leisurely lunch out, but there’s something equally appealing about keeping things simple and starting the day slowly at home. A relaxed morning, a good cup of coffee, and breakfast in bed can feel just as thoughtful – especially when paired with a gift that […] Read more…

Welsh Rarebit Fortnight Launches in Wales

Rarebit lunch special on house sourdough at Tides Kitchen and Wine Bar in Newport, Pembrokeshire

Welsh rarebit is now firmly in the spotlight thanks to Rarebit Fortnight, a two-week campaign bringing together independent cafés and restaurants across Wales in support of a shared cause. Running from 21 February to 7 March, Rarebit Fortnight sees businesses across south and west Wales serving their own takes on the iconic dish, with a […] Read more…