FOOD
Marcus Bean’s – Chicken, basil pesto & courgette risotto
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
TikTok’s Lunchbox Craze Pressures Parents to Impress this September
Social media is causing under-pressure parents to spend thousands of pounds on their children’s packed meals in an effort to keep up with the latest trends, new research from Ocado has revealed.
Beyond the Bottle: The Allure of Limited Edition Whisky
Whisky exists on a spectrum between mass-produced consistency and artisanal singularity. Standard expressions aim for reliable uniformity, the same flavour profile year after year. Limited editions, by contrast, celebrate deviation, offering snapshots of unique moments in a distillery’s creative journey.
A Family Feast to Remember: The Roast Dinner at Manchester’s Blacklock
From the moment we stepped into Blacklock Manchester, it was clear this wasn’t your average Sunday lunch. With perfectly roasted meats, generous portions, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Blacklock delivered a family dining experience that ticked every box for our bustling brood. Exceptional service, unforgettable flavours, and a setting steeped in local history made this a feast we’ll be talking about for a long time. If you’re searching for the ultimate family roast in Manchester, Blacklock is a must-visit.
SIMON WOOD’S FAMILY BBQ: VIMTO SWEET & SOUR HANGER STEAK KEBABS
Today I’m going to focus on the Summer, the smell of a barbeque and dinner in the garden. And a recipe you can get the kids involved making: VIMTO SWEET & SOUR HANGER STEAK KEBABS
Catherine Tyldesley cooks Greek Salad & Lamb Pittas
Greece is one of our favourite holiday
destinations and I must admit- a large part
of the reason for this is the food! Grilled
meats, pitta, feta, olives… all of the Greek
foods we know and love feature heavily in
our home recipes when back in the UK.
Leftover Easter Chocolate BARK Smash!
I just wanted to share a little recipe that I’ve made with my kids, to get rid of the left over Easter egg chocolate that sits in the cupboard calling your name every time you walk past! It’s a chocolate bark smash full of lots of healthy ingredients that the kids will love to add along the way.
How to make your own Easter Egg
How to make an Easter Egg using a balloon and some chocolate, by renowned chocolatier Oli Dunn
SPRINGTIME SALAD BY AUNTIE CATH
“With a little tease of summer last week I thought I’d share one of my favourite salad recipes with you. This is my spring/summer go to – light and full of fresh ingredients. Feel free to tag me and BROOD into your dishes – ENJOY!” – Catherine Tyldesley
The perfect healthy pancakes
Here’s an easy, fun and healthy pancake recipe (or even a morning breakfast recipe) to try with your kids…
I have added a brief summary of some of the amazing nutritional benefits each ingredient has!
Are you camp Dry January or camp Ginuary? Cocktail Recipes for both!
Are you in camp Dry January or camp Ginuary? It’s the first year we’d heard about Ginuary, not sure how we’ve missed it in previous years, but we were keen to find out more about it – is it just another hashtag or is there more to it than? Effectively Ginuary is simply a counterpoint to Dry January or Dryanuary.
Festive Christmas Party Food
Food Columnist and renowned Celebrity Chef Simon Wood shares his Favourite Seasonal Dishes for over the festive period.
Sweet Potato Puffs, Maple Mustard Franks in Blanks & Parkin Cake
Food Columnist and renowned Celebrity Chef Simon Wood shares his Favourite Autumn Dishes
SIMON WOOD’s HALLOWEEN SEASONAL PARTY FOOD
Simon Wood gives his seasonal Halloween Favourites
HEALTHY HALLOWEEN PLATTER BY KATE DEVINE
Healthy Halloween platter and October Wellness It’s Halloween month! I’m already stocking up on decorations and costumes for the younger boys (the oldest is too cool for school these days and would definitely not wear a halloween costume) and...
Rib of beef, Celeriac Puree, & Pommes Anna Recipe by simon wood
As we hit the Autumn months, we asked our resident chef and food editor Simon Wood to share a mouth watering recipe: Rib of Beef, Celeriac Puree, & Pommes Anna
Spring Healthy Foods: getting the most out of the season’s natural produce.
Spring has sprung and that means a change in some foods that we should eat to keep us healthy throughout this new season.
Auntie Cath Cooks Tandoori-Spiced Monkfish
Auntie Cath Cooks Tandoori-Spiced Monkfish by Catherine Tyldesley
Improve your Mood with your Food
October, the month of spookiness and seasonal changes. I can’t tell you how many time I’ve discussed the weather with clients over the past month. A strange sentence to begin with, I know, but bear with… There’s been a definite shift in temperature and autumnal days…
BLUEBERRY DUMP CAKE & FIZZY FESTIVE FRUIT COCKTAIL CUBES BY KATE DEVINE
I love everything about this time of year. The preparing, the celebrating, the socialising, the woolly jumpers, the cosy nights in watching ‘I’m a celebrity’ religiously for 3 whole weeks! What’s not to love?! Talking of preparing, this the week I’ve been thinking of...
KATE DEVINE’S: Pink NO BAKE RASPBERRY & CHOCOLATE ENERGY BARS
BARBIE MOVIE HEALTHY SNACKS With the New Barbie Movie turning all things Pink. We thought it would be a good way to reintroduce Kate Devine's No Bake Pink Healthy Energy Bars to make with your little ones over the summer hols. ********* Updated: July 2023 I’m sure...
Auntie Cath’s Energy boosting flapjacks
This month’s recipe is one of my absolute favourites - Auntie Cath’s energy-boosting flapjacks. They’re super healthy and kids are going to love making them. They’re fab for lunch boxes, and you can freeze them! Catherine Tyldesley (or Auntie Cath as she’s often...
KATE DEVINE’S FRO-YO BERRY CUPCAKES AND CORONATION DESSERT FRUIT KEBABS
Some super tasty red, white and blue sweet treats for you to enjoy while watching King Charles’ Coronation (or not, if you’re not a big royalist – these healthy treats go just was well with a Netflix series or as something to do with your family!).
TASTY GARLIC AND HERB SALMON PASTA BY SIMON WOOD
Looking for a quick, low budget, yet delicious dish to cook for the family this weekend? Try this tasty Garlic and Herb Salmon Pasta by Master chef winner and Award winning Wood Restaurants owner – Simon Wood.
Veggie Egg Muffins & sweet oat muffins recipe by Kate Devine
This month, I’ve put together a sweet and savoury, easy-to-make, breakfast recipe to enjoy on Mother’s Day morning (or any morning for that matter) made by whoever, for whatever reason you want!