Food & Drink

21 June 2012

Centre court wine court

Toast the finest tennis tournament with award-winning brand Barefoot Wine’s ‘Centre Court’ cocktail. Whether planning to watch the tennis at Wimbledon alone or with friends, this wine-infused cocktail is the perfect ...
21 June 2012

Summer recipe ideas perfect for the sporting events

The long awaited summer of celebration has now well and truely kicked off with the EUFA Cup under way, the Olympic Torch Relay winding its way through the country and ...
19 June 2012

John Thomson's healthy chicken curry

With summer here, it’s time for us men to peel off layers of clothing and reveal our bodies for the warmer months ahead. And while millions of the opposite sex ...
19 June 2012

National Picnic Week food and places tips

It's National Picnic Week, so why not make the most of the sun and make up a basket of food and spend some time with your family. With the help of ...
15 June 2012

A tipple passes the taste test for Father's Day

Indulge your Dad this Father's Day with a special drink, and introduce him to new ways of consuming it. A bottle of Grant's whiskey is sure to go down a treat ...
15 June 2012

Interview: Jodie Kidd Talks Ultimate British Sandwich

Hovis have launched their Ultimate British Sandwich search to promote the launch of the new British Farmers Loaf and, given her background and relation to the Earl of Sandwich, it ...
14 June 2012

Flourless Chocolate and Hazelnut Cake

Makes about 36 small squares Preparation Time: 20 mins Cooking Time: 50 mins  Nutritional information per serving 83 calories 6.5g fat (2.5g sat fat) 6.5g sugar Saving 33 calories per serving Ingredients 200g dark 70% chocolate  15g Pure Via Granules ...
14 June 2012

Cinnamon Beef Strips with Noodles

Serves: 4 Preparation Time: 15 mins Cooking Time: 15 mins Per Serving: 486 calories 10.5g fat (of which saturates 2g) 63g carbohydrates (of which sugars 5g) Save 15 calories per serving Ingredients 350g beef fillet, sliced into fine strips ...
14 June 2012

Gold leaf sparkling jellies with iced frozen red grapes and creme Chantilly

Acclaimed chef, author and TV presenter Sophie Michell (C4’s How to Cook Yourself Thin) has been experimenting with the new Blue Nun wines to create five fresh and mouth-watering recipes ...
13 June 2012

Blueberry & Lemon Shortcrust Tarts

Makes 24 tarts / 20 minutes Ingredients 500g Jus-Rol shortcrust pastry block 250g mascarpone cheese   2 eggs   1 lemon juice and rind 150g caster sugar   225g blueberries   A little icing sugar to serve if desired Equipment used 12 Hole Tart ...
13 June 2012

Cheesy Bacon, Leek and Potato Tart

Real comfort food but easy on the purse, this great combination will appeal to all the family. Serves 2-4   Ingredients:   1 pack Jus RolTM ready rolled shortcrust pastry 2-3 potatoes (skin still on) ...
13 June 2012

Choice and Onion Pie

Why not give your mum a break from cooking the Sunday lunch this week and cook this yummy pie for your dad for Father’s Day?  Perfect to accompany the Euros. This ...
12 June 2012

Sport-inspired wraps

Mission Deli Wraps have created some sporting inspired recipes which are the ideal dishes if you are On a Mission to Get Active this summer. From golf inspired chicken and goats ...
12 June 2012

Dolly Parton's Strawberry pie

Dolly Parton shares her Strawberry pie recipe - try this now as British strawberries are in season.  Dolly says:  I loved the strawberry pie at Linebaugh’s, a good old-fashioned diner in Nashville. ...
12 June 2012

Lisa Faulkner’s Strawberry and Vanilla Jellies for kids

Lisa Faulkner has shared her recipe to keep the children happy. Try this out now and watch their little faces light up with excitement.  Jelly never tasted this good. Packed with ...
12 June 2012

Rainbow Picnic Loaf

Having a large group round to watch the start of the Euros? Get ahead of the game by preparing this colourful lunch the night before.  Easy, tasty and ideal for feeding ...
10 June 2012

Venison Burger with Blue Cheese and Crispy Shallots

Makes 4 burgers You’ll need: 650g venison mince 5 tbsp double cream 2 cloves garlic, crushed ½  tbsp flat leaved parsley, chopped ½ tbsp chopped chives 4 crushed juniper berries Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 200g blue ...
9 June 2012

Beetroot, Bacon & Cheddar Brunch Bread

Serves 4 Preparation time: 20 minutes, plus 1-½ hours proving   Cooking time: 25 minutes   You’ll need:   250ml warm water   1 tsp dried yeast   1 tsp sugar   500g strong white bread flour ...
9 June 2012

Grilled Lamb Skewers With Crushed British Peas, Tzatziki And Chilli

Serves 4 Preparation time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes You’ll need: For the lamb: 800g diced leg of lamb Small bunch of thyme chopped 1 lemon zested and juiced 2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper For crushed peas: 200g ...
8 June 2012

Rare Rump Steak

This beautiful and nutritious dish is inspired by the flavours of Asian cooking. Slice the steaks at a jaunty angle just before plating up and you will have a stunningly ...
8 June 2012

Euro 2012 recipe

All of these recipes have been developed especially for the upcoming Euros. They are all ideal for sharing, and are quick and easy to make. They have been made using ingredients ...
31 May 2012

Quick Strawberry Ice-Cream

Serves: 4-6 Ingredients 200g Good Natured Succulent Strawberries 1 tsp honey 350g custard 150g double cream Method: 1. Place the strawberries and honey in a food processor or blender and blend until nearly smooth. 2. Place the custard ...

31 May 2012

Mini Strawberry Pavlovas

Serves: 4 Ingredients 2 large egg whites 100g caster sugar ½ tsp cornflour 275g Greek yoghurt 200g Good Natured Succulent Strawberries, hulled and chopped or sliced 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp flaked almonds Spring of mint to serve Method: 1. Preheat ...

30 May 2012

Street Party Sharing Food

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee 2012 is fast approaching and there’s only one thing on our minds... No not the extra bank holiday - street parties!  Over one million Brits are set ...