I roam, grow my own, brave the kitchen heat and know my woozy way around a wine list. Welcome to my (very personal) world of food and drink…
After years of journalistic hyper-activity, lockdowns made me reassess the food and drink I really care about. Refreshed and unrestrained, I started this. Call it a blog if you must, it’s certainly a change of direction. Less about me, more the discoveries I want to share. Read more…











Historic Brewing Conference, Mcr – cheers to August’s unmissable mash-up
The North strikes back – Bavette, Lamb of Tartary and Eight at Gazegill
Crispy Smoked Potatoes – edible legacy of the mighty Moorcock
My favourite new restaurant in London? Donia – a Filipino fantasia
Jugging my hare, I feel a pang such a lovely creature perished for the pot
Clash of the beef suet puddings – Guinness rich or cider brandy version victorious?
Feed the kids’ bodies and minds – Dishoom hits 20m charity meal milestone
A night of celebration – and campaigning – as MFDF Awards are handed out