Monthly Archives: April 2007
Looking like an Italian
Enjoying the summer-like weather? Looking to eat outdoors? The people that bought us tapas done Italian style (it’s properly known as Piattini they tell me) has produced this guide to looking cool in the sun.
1. You’ve got to wear shades.
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about Pesto
Pesto seems to have divided the dining world. With its small Italian dishes called Piattini, those who are paid to eat out don’t seem to enjoy it while those who pay out to dine often rave about it online. Let … Continue reading
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Fancy a bag of nostalgia?
The passion for all things 70s seems to be growing into marketing dream. Picture the scene; Jemima and Tarquin get called in to see the 40 something boss. “What’s hot guys?”
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When food is foe
“You can’t be too rich or too thin”, said one of the rather sad looking journalists involved in provoking herself into developing an eating disorder for the sake of our entertainment on television last night. The well-known saying (most often … Continue reading
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Cocktails are good for you!
Here’s the news to take you into the weekend – alcoholic fruit cocktails are good for you!
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How to make a sandwich
Do you need help in making a sandwich? Then this new book could be just the thing for you. But this blog probably isn’t.
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Pret’s wild rice and salmon salad
This recipe is from cookery writer Jane Lunzer Gifford who has teamed up with the sandwich business Pret to bring out a new book of lunches. (serves 2) What you need 250g wild rice, cooked and chilled (or a mixture … Continue reading
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Edwardian downsize me
THE cure for gluttony and sloth has been found – and aired on TV. Last night’s BBC Four programme Edwardian Supersize me would have even the most dedicated food hog reaching for the lettuce and running shoes. The first of … Continue reading
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Chocolate V Snogging
Here’s some happy Monday news for a (rather grey) start to the week. Chocolate gives a longer lasting buzz than snogging, according to new research.
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Flatbread is easy
I’m off for a canalside picnic tomorrow and, searching around for something to contribute, the cupboards don’t look very inspiring. Bouyed up by the success of the hummous, I thought I’d have a go at its perfect companion – flatbread.
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