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Cake for a cause

As if you needed a reason for tea

Big little Italy

London has welcomed the UK’s first outpost of

Getting kicks in the kitchen

The Cookery School at Little Portland Street has

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@thecutlerychronicles on Instagram Who’s behind the @? Globetrotting

Top sausage! And the winners are...

Is a trendy grazing platter on the menu for your summer gathering? Here are the products that scooped the top gongs in 2021’s British Charcuterie Live Awards

Recent research has revealed the summer moments we’re most looking forward to.Having a barbecue, family holidays and picnics top the list, with 69% feeling positive about their summer plans…

SOURCE: POLL OF 2,000 RESPONDENTS BY ONEPOLL FOR

From the mailbox…

Claire Nelson’s call to let people’s food and drink choices go unquestioned [Jul, p16] was echoed by many of you

Meet the reader

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Cook it like delicious. (and win!)

Food editor Jen Bedloe judges your outstanding cooking from the June issue

Want to have a go?

Cook it like delicious. this month for a chance to win Cream Cornwall’s Reef bone china and tableware

We’re quite good at BBQ these days, you know

Why, as a nation that clearly loves to barbecue, do we put up with the reputation that we’re rubbish at it, asks grill enthusiast Neil Davey. It’s time we moved beyond the outdated clichés

A pint of cider with Candice Brown

The Bake Off winner and publican talks about the importance of pubs, the need to speak up about mental health – and her ice lolly obsession

The great British seafood special

What’s okay to eat... What’s not

WHERE TO BUY: ethical online suppliers

PORTRAIT OF CHANTELLE: LAT.PHOTO@HAYMARKET.COM The Cornish Fishmonger A

5 WAYS TO TRANSFORM YOUR FISH BUYING

1. Shop seasonally The Marine Conservation Society (MCS)

The joy of preserves & pickles

If the past 18 months have made you slow down a bit, says Debora Robertson, you may appreciate the pleasure of creating a jar of something good

Meals on wheels Cooking on the go

You don’t need to be off exploring in a van this summer to appreciate these away-from-home recipes from seasoned campers Claire Thomson and Matt Williamson. Their ideas need few ingredients, don’t use many pans, are ready in minutes – and, most importantly, taste fantastic. Let’s roll!

Always a winner Veggıe tarts

Who doesn’t love something wrapped in flaky pastry? Upcycle goodies from the veg drawer to make these stunning savoury beauties

Introducing... Your seasonal Sunday roast

Lamb is the canny food lover’s choice for roasting at this time of year, as the animals have had time to graze and mature on the sweet grass. Taste the benefits of their green living in this lively recipe, bursting with classic Mediterranean flavours

Chetna’s fast & fabulous Indian feast

Full of flavour but easy to assemble, Chetna Makan’s recipes create a thali-style spread that runs the gamut from sour to sweet. Focus on one or two dishes or whip up a feast to fill your table – it’s a wonderful way to celebrate the tastes and aromas of India

For home or away 3 easy puds

You don’t need any cheffy gadgets for these treats – add them to your repertoire for holiday cooking or whenever you fancy a quick dessert

Ocean living

This month, our seafood recipes have inspired the theme for Laura McLeish’s selection of mats, china, linens, glassware and more

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Don’t forget the veg peeler

The self-catering break is booked, the paddleboard’s strapped to the car roof and (let’s hope) the weather is being kind. All that’s left is to make sure you’re equipped for the challenge of holiday cooking. Here’s a handy guide to what to pack, book and cook for your journey into the culinary unknown

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“We love your cooking so much we got you this!”

Ever wanted to create your own cookbook of

New! Online cookery courses

These learn-at-home cookery courses make a great gift – or help you brush up on your skills

Days and nights in the forest

On the border of England and Wales, between the vast Severn estuary and the meandering River Wye, lies the ancient Forest of Dean. It’s an outdoorsy haven, but Dianne Spencer is mainly interested in its celebrated food scene – not to mention the ‘Wye Valley bubbly’

WIN! A relaxing beach hut break in Devon

Enjoy good food and some seaside pampering at the Cary Arms & Spa

Take five

There are prizes to be won and foodie fun to be had with our page of brain teasers

Salads with benefits

How much more satisfying is it to sit down to a meal that looks amazing on the plate, tastes wonderful AND is packed with good-for-you nutrients? Here are your top five for summer 2021

Health matters

News, nuggets of knowledge and advice you can trust

A sticky question: is honey healthy?

The natural golden syrup is widely touted as a nutritious alternative to table sugar with a range of supposed health benefits, from easing coughs to reducing the risk of heart disease. But, asks Sue Quinn, is honey really better for you than table sugar?

Take one pan…

Busy at home or away and self-catering? Either way, you’ll welcome these brilliant ideas: all are light on equipment, ingredients – and washing-up

Easy lunch Pea and mint fritters with feta sauce

These are full of summery flavours and the accompaniments add crunch, with the added bonus of tangy feta sauce and a zingy squeeze of lemon

Budget recipe Cheese and potato pasties

Pop a batch of these satisfying pastries in the freezer and lunches are as easy as pie (almost)

Cook once, eat twice

Make up a batch of beef patties, freeze half if you like, then choose your own adventure with our ultimate burger recipes

Use it up Chilled herb and greens soup

Need to cool down on a hot day? Take those wilted salad leaves and herbs languishing at the back of the fridge and five minutes later – huzzah! A beautiful soup. While it’s chilling, you can chill

Easy bake Classic madeira cake

It’s a perennial favourite but have you ever actually made one? Here’s your chance – plus a few tips for jazzing it up, if you like

Jen’s kitchen

Our food editor shares the best stuff she’s tried from the big retailers, the latest gadgets she’s tested, plus her tricks and know-how Follow Jen on Instagram @jenbedloe

Food geek the secrets of smoking

Ready to raise your cooking game? In this series we equip you with the science to ensure success every time

Green kitchen

Katy Salter is on a mission to help us all be more ethical in the way we cook and eat. Her advice may change your life

Kitchen bookshelf

A trio of new offerings, all inspired by the cooking traditions of Italy

Mile high lemon meringue pie

With tangy custard, crumbly pastry and a magnificent meringue mountain, this version – the signature pud from London restaurant Gloria – is worth mastering

UK cheese tour

…with Patrick McGuigan. If you think all halloumi has the bland, rubbery appeal of a car tyre, think again

Best three-star w inners for summer

In this roundup, our friends at the Great

Weekend project Summer chutney

“Preserving is a beautifully resourceful craft, born out of

Cheers!

Susy Atkins quenches your summer thirst with a

Vinegar with a sweet side

A desire to reduce waste and put her beekeeping to good use prompted Marion Dunn to create Welsh honey vinegar – proof that passion and practicality are an award-winning formula

discoveries

The best stuff we’ve tried from indie producers you need to know about

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