By Rachel Davies One thing I’ve noticed that tends to ruffle even the calmest feathers is hosting a dinner party. Suddenly, with friends coming over, plans become even more elaborate, and ambition can triumph your better judgment. I know because I’ve been there. So here are my top tips to be a... Read More
By Rachel Davies Sometimes you can’t beat a homemade biscuit and a cup of tea. I say this as someone whose grandmother sent out homemade biscuits to Zambia when I was living there, and before I could bake myself, I used to beg my sister to make biscuits, as well as... Read More
By Rachel Davies When it’s cold and dark outside, and the end of the year is nearing, the only place to be is inside, preferably near a fire and sipping on something warm. Mulled wine is my absolute favourite drink at this time of year. The smell from the spices fills... Read More
By Rachel Davies Having moved to East Finchley recently, I thought I’d share the places that make me love the area. Every postcode has its gems, and as the Michelin Guide recognises, some are appreciated by locals, or are good to know about if you’re in the area, and others... Read More
By Rachel Davies There are a few recipes that I come back to over and over again. Sometimes they’re divine. Some I can make-ahead of time, perfect when I’m cooking for friends, and often they use ingredients which are in the cupboard, or that I have lying around. This soup is all... Read More
By Faye Dayan One of my favourite fish to eat, and something which we have previously served at our supperclubs, is salmon, one of the most loved fish by foodies, and perhaps a fish we take for granted. But salmon is one of the most controversial fish in terms of... Read More
By Rachel Davies Every so often I learn something and then through it, somehow, there’s a shift in how I understand things. It sounds grand I know, but I suppose that’s how we live and learn, you gain a little, alter your perspective, and settle back down. I feel a little... Read More
By Rachel Davies I was very pleased to attend a cookery class by chef Alfred Prasad the other day, which was organised by Great British Chefs. He led Tamarind restaurant to be the first ever Indian restaurant to gain and keep a Michelin star, and at 29 he was the youngest chef to... Read More
By Rachel Davies As Cook the Book progresses, I thought I’d write a book review of sorts, both as a reminder of what we’ve made, and also to share the journey. My goal is to cook from some incredible books, and if you are inspired to make something, then that’s... Read More
By Rachel Davies Spring is on it’s way, and if you celebrate Passover, it is getting very close! Most families will have their traditional recipes that they make year after year, from the charoset symbolising the mortar that the children of Israel built with when they were slaves under Pharaoh,... Read More
