Thai red curry mussels

Thai red curry mussels

Mussels are in season October to March, so there’s still time to catch them at their best. This recipe is courtesy of Olive Magazine. Serves 4 INGREDIENTS Mussels 2 kg Spring onions 3, finely chopped Kaffir lime leaves 2, torn in half Thai red...
Does winter make you S.A.D?

Does winter make you S.A.D?

There are some lovely aspects to winter – not least snow, which was coming down hard and fast this morning…… And I’ve always preferred winter clothes to summer – in my opinion, you just can’t beat the feel of a big, thick, cosy...
In Season: Kale and Lentil Moussaka

In Season: Kale and Lentil Moussaka

Kale is a wonderful leafy veg, now in season, and an excellent source of vitamin C – among many other valuable nutrients. It can feel perhaps a little too virtuous. Maybe you don’t really know what to do with it either, so why not try my Lentil & Kale...
Hay fever – has yours started already?

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Itchy, watery eyes? Constantly sneezing? Hello hay fever! Now I really know it’s spring and you’re here to stay – like an uninvited guest – for the next six months. But while Mother Nature can be cruel, she is also kind. It might surprise you to know that changing...