Discover the heart of Italian family dining at San Carlo. From the Sicilian heritage of founder Carlo Distefano to a specially crafted children’s menu featuring authentic flavors and creative “build your own” options, learn why San Carlo is the perfect destination for a sophisticated yet warm family meal.

Fumo Manchester is hosting an exclusive Supper Club celebrating the flavours of Puglia — all in support of Maggie’s, the charity providing vital cancer support. Guests will enjoy a curated four‑course menu, wine pairings and an intimate dining experience, with all profits donated to help families facing cancer.

In this edition of Auntie Cath Cooks, Catherine Tyldesley shares two fresh, flavour-packed recipes perfect for busy family life — a chilled honey chicken poke bowl and a hot soy beef poke bowl. Simple, satisfying and full of goodness, they’re ideal for an easy lunch or midweek dinner.

This month, I’m thrilled to share two of our all-time favourite bakes: our homemade Hob Nobs and nostalgic Wagon Wheels. These recipes are more than just sweet treats—they’re time capsules. The Hob Nobs came from a rainy weekend when we had oats, butter, and not much else in the cupboards. The kids loved rolling the dough into little biscuit balls and watching them flatten in the oven. Dipping them in chocolate was the final touch—well, that and licking the spoon clean!

Once you master the basics of risotto, the options are endless. To make it easier on busy weekdays, you can
make the base in advance, then finish it off just before serving