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This traditional Welsh onion cake recipe combines layers of potatoes and onions with leeks, thyme and mature Cheddar for a subtle flavour boost. Costing less than £1 per serving, it’s an easy, affordable and comforting dish with a crisp, golden top and buttery, tender layers beneath. If you asked my family to name their favourite […] Read more…
When the weather warms up, there’s something particularly satisfying about reaching into the freezer for a refreshing snack that feels both indulgent and nourishing. While ice cream and frozen desserts often take centre stage, frozen yoghurt bark has quietly become one of the easiest make-ahead treats to keep on hand – and for good reason. […] Read more…
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…
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…
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…
There’s something quietly magical about a well-matched tea set. In Wales, tea is often about more than simply making a drink – it’s a chance to slow down. Whether you’re enjoying a slice of homemade bara brith with salted Welsh butter, catching up with friends over a pot of Welsh breakfast tea, or simply taking […] Read more…
A good pot of tea and a plate of something to eat are better together than apart – but only when the two actually get along. Put a delicate green tea next to a rich fruit cake and the tea disappears; pour a strong, tannic black tea alongside a delicate pastry and the pastry barely […] Read more…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup offers a rare opportunity to plan a trip around football and food at the same time. With matches spread across a vast area of North America, the smartest itinerary isn’t necessarily the one that ticks off the most host cities – it’s the one that leaves enough time to eat […] Read more…
Most people have noticed this at some point. A cup of tea made with the usual brand tastes oddly flat in a holiday cottage. A coffee from a café two towns over has a softness the same beans never quite reach at home. The leaves haven’t changed, the kettle works fine, and yet the cup […] Read more…
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…