PHOTOGRAPHS: PAUL MITCHELL, ANDREW HAYES-WATKINS
It’s cold outside, and the overriding temptation is to turn the heating up a notch – except, no... What about the fuel bills?! Energy use is front of mind as we kick off the new year, and with that in mind we have 20 pages on shopping and cooking in a way that’s kinder to your pocket – and the planet. As part of that, the team and I had a long debate about various energy-saving gadgets trending on social media, and we agreed on one piece of kit that’s an essential purchase for any time-poor, energy-conscious cook. Turn to p62 to find out what it is. I’ll put my hand up to say I’m a convert – and Catherine Phipps’ recipes provide tempting inspiration for adjusting my weekly cooking habits. I’d love to know what you think.
Beyond that, look out for our brand new Eco Pick logos denoting buys with strong sustainable credentials. And don’t miss our Be A Better Cook logos on recipes too, designed to highlight key skills, develop your knowledge further and take your cooking to the next level.
Yes, 2023 is all about looking ahead, planning special moments (the rarer they are, the more important – see p116). And if all else fails, on a frosty day I’ll be baking Edd Kimber’s cacio e pepe rolls – because cheese and bread are always a good idea. Happy new year – and happy cooking.