to sample something a little different, Grace went for the salmon special and I opted for Chicken With Lemon And Caperberry Sauce, with a mix of side dishes (a very tasty Pearl Barley Risotto; crunchy fresh Peas With Lettuce, Spring Onions And Cream

ate anything as a child with the notable exceptions of Tapioca, Rice Pudding and Semolina – I still cannot bring myself to eat these dishes!Do you have any cooking heroes? Mark Hix – such a focus on ingredients and skilful preparation

and simmer for 30 minutes. If not, simply simmer the cooked chicken in a little stock to soften and warm through.Place a large frying pan over medium heat, add a little olive oil and, when it’s warm, add the carrots, leeks, celery and garlic. Season

What would be your perfect family dinner? Now we’re talking. When I have my mum and dad round, I like a fruit de mer. A seafood dish like this is a communal affair and gets everybody talking. Then an Eton mess for dessert. But when it is just my

Some might argue there’s a little lack of imagination in the Ronseal approach of this restaurant’s name – “it does exactly what it says on the tin” – but it does serve a purpose. If you’re a vegetarian teetotaller, then this is not exactly your

will always remember that feeling of vulnerability. Of course, in comparison to those Action Against Hunger help, I was fortunate. I can only imagine their desperation and if the little I do helps just one person, I’m honoured to be involved.What will be your

IN THE CULINARY world, there is something of a vogue for deconstructing beloved favourite dishes to give them a new and surprising twist. That’s exactly what author Allan Ahlberg has done with his witty interpretation of the classic fairytale

There’s nothing quite like a good old sausage roll. Every children’s party I have ever been to has included sausage rolls – and indeed many an adult soirée too. Though they can seem a little retro, sausage rolls are making a comeback, along with all

of you. With a little time to digest our ample main dishes, Joe and I moved on to dessert. I didn’t fancy the rather heavy-duty delights on the main menu – sticky toffee or bread and butter puddings – but while Joe nibbled on vanilla ice cream, I enjoyed

.What next for Plum?We have several exciting plans ahead with our focus, as ever, on helping mothers by creating the best ranges of delicious tasting recipes for babies and toddlers.See our Highly Commended Little Dish review