There should be little doubt that Britain has a problem with its’ weight. Current estimates rate the level of obesity at around a quarter of the population. That’s a lot of big people. The traditional British diet, heavy in saturated fats and carbohydrates, added to an ever more sedentary lifestyle would seem to be the [...]
Some fish and chip shops are really very bad indeed. Some are just mediocre, and fail because of their mediocrity. Some are quite sensational. Others are part of a tradition or a routine, and are important because of that. The Old Keswickian fits into both of the last two categories. A visit to The Old [...]
Normally, the night before my brother does a cookery demonstration, I get a phone call. ‘Have you decided what to cook yet?’ ‘No, I’ll think of something tomorrow.’ ‘But you’re on tomorrow afternoon. Don’t you think you should get something together?’ ‘It’ll be fine. I’ll get something out of the fridge at work and come [...]
This couldn’t be easier. Measure out a tablespoon of paprika, a tablespoon of black peppercorns, a teaspoon of cumin seeds, a tablespoon of salt and about half a teaspoon of cayenne pepper and grind together in a food processor or blender. Add more cayenne if you’re brave. The powder is fiery and full of flavour, [...]
The mackerel is much under-rated, frequently shunned by the chef and shopper in favour of more familiar white fish such as cod or haddock. This is a shame, because mackerel has a lot to offer. Mackerel is a beautiful fish, all dark blues and greys, it’s skin shiny and sparkling, and it’s easy to prepare [...]