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Pizza al tegamino: How a little pan pizza from Ravenna took me straight back to my nonna's kitchen

Everybody loves pizza. That’s just a fact. And when most people think of pizza, they think of the classic Neapolitan version: soft, puffy, leopard-spotted crust with a slightly charred, chewy edge. It arrives as a full 12-inch circle, often bigger than the plate, and you fold it like a handkerchief to stop the toppings from sliding off into your lap. It’s glorious. It’s famous.
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Food & Drink

How to host a brunch that feels effortless (and Instagram-worthy)

Planning on gathering your favourite people late in the morning, when no one’s rushed and the day still feels full of possibility? Heck yeah! Brunch has become a small ritual for that reason; it’s relaxed, sociable, and just the right mix of indulgent and easy-going. It’s also become a moment many of us enjoy capturing, whether for memories or for the grid. With a bit of intention (and…
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Food & Drink

Get Ready, UK Mums — The Great Aubergine Hunt Is Here (and one could win you Greek Food for life!)

If you thought your kids’ treasure hunts were chaotic, wait until Britain’s cheekiest vegetable hits the streets… The Real Greek is launching a nationwide aubergine hunt this November, and it’s about to turn lunch runs into full-on adventures. From 19th–25th November, hundreds of aubergines will be hiding within a half-mile of all 28 The Real Greek restaurants — from London to…
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Recipes

Recipe: Easy Apple & Almond Tart (healthier version)

A light, wholesome twist on a classic dessert – this Easy Apple & Almond Tart is my personal creation and combines crisp apples, nutty almonds, and a touch of natural sweetness for a golden, guilt-free treat. Ingredients:1 sheet ready-rolled shortcrust pastry2–3 apples (preferably firm ones like Braeburn or Granny Smith)1 egg2 tbsp sugar (or honey/maple syrup for a gentler…
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Feeding the Family

Tackling food insecurity and malnutrition: Reflections from the Nutritalks panel

Yesterday, I attended an open panel discussion at the Royal Society, London, hosted by MyNutriWeb Nutritalks, focusing on food insecurity and malnutrition in the UK. Nutritalks, a series of “conversations for change,” aims to deliver a 10-point roadmap to government to tackle malnutrition – a bold and idealistic proposal. Yet what struck me most wasn’t just the ambition of the plan…
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Feeding the Family

From Vesuvius to Victoria: A Private Chef’s perspective on family, food and the cultures of the table

In the quiet moment before a dinner party begins, as glasses are polished and sauces stirred, a particular kind of culinary magic happens – one that many London hosts are discovering through the expertise of private chefs. Amongst them is Francesco Alvino, an Italian private chef and Executive Chef Macellaio Rc, whose approach to food blends tradition, precision, empathy – and the…
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Recipes

5 Signs to Look for in Organic Farm Shops: A Shopper’s Guide

There’s something deeply satisfying about shopping for food that feels as good as it tastes. Whether it’s crisp apples straight from the orchard or eggs laid just down the road, buying organic and local brings a sense of connection that supermarkets often miss. It’s not just about what’s on your plate – it’s about knowing where it came from and how it was produced. And that’s…
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Feeding the Family

Review: The Modern Milkman brings freshness (and nostalgia) to South West London

There’s something beautifully nostalgic – and at the same time refreshingly modern – about opening your front door to find a bottle of milk waiting quietly on the doorstep. With the arrival of The Modern Milkman in South West London, that charming tradition is getting a 21st-century update — and mums across the capital are here for it. A Fresh Start in South West London The Modern…
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