Foodie Guide: Everything You Need To Know About Rice
I’ve always thought that somehow rice, in particular the varieties used for making Italy’s great risotto, is in my DNA as a result of some…
Food culture, trends and dining guides for bright women over 40. Our suggestions on what to eat, where to go and why. The best products and suppliers, including wines and pairing suggestions.
Cooking From The Heart: Sophia Loren’s Best Kept Secret
If you somehow missed the wonderful and super crunchy Sophia Loren on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs last month, give yourself a treat and…
Passion On The Plate: 9 Best Aphrodisiac Foods
There is any amount of folklore, superstition and myth surrounding the aphrodisiacal nature of certain types of food, and in a way, the connections make…
Golden Crispy: The Secrets Of Perfect Frying Revealed
You could say that I am frying in the face of the convention this month, with everyone seemingly tuned into Veganuary and the unquestionable virtues…
Christmas Delight: How To Build The Perfect Italian Cheese Board
I have missed Italy sorely this year. Under normal circumstances, I usually make it home to Rome every few weeks to catch up with family…
Eating Out: Why Do We Miss Restaurants In The Pandemic
In the first round of lockdown rule adherence, I found I didn’t really miss eating out all that much. Going out to a restaurant has…