The colder months are the perfect time for roasting vegetables. All the different varieties of potatoes and yams come into their own as the evenings chill down. But don't forget the parsnips! My favourite parsnip dish is roasted, just like my Mum made on … [Read more...] about How to Cook Parsnips
You Wouldn’t Want to Be a Sumerian Slave!
Do you ever get the urge to yell "You have too many things!" to your grandchildren? It's not worth giving way to such an urge. They won't know what you're talking about. They brush aside your posturing and ask for some impossible thing that they want you to get, … [Read more...] about You Wouldn’t Want to Be a Sumerian Slave!
Guacamole
Once upon a time I made scones when anyone called around. The minute a girlfriend yoo-hooed from the front door, I turned on the stove before I answered. The scones, while perfect with a good cup of tea and excellent with coffee, aren't the same when you've got a … [Read more...] about Guacamole
Elephant Poo Beer
Yes, it's true. The latest fad is drinking beer made from elephant poo. Seriously, what is wrong with people? The trendy young things who like coffee from civet shit are now embracing the new beer and, while discussing the head, the fullness, the colour and the … [Read more...] about Elephant Poo Beer
The Magic of Mushrooms
A few days back I happened upon an advertisement for a food supplement, aimed at women of a certain age. My age, in fact. This wondrous ad, catching my attention completely, promised a delight of magical ingredients in whatever the product was (I forget the product but … [Read more...] about The Magic of Mushrooms
Fat and Wealthy Monk Found
This happy snap is of Alexander Gauge who played Friar Tuck in the 1950s English television series, The Adventures of Robin Hood. (I can still sing the theme song). Fond as I am of the fat friar who ate a tad too much, it's not Friar Tuck I want to talk about, but … [Read more...] about Fat and Wealthy Monk Found