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Whether you’re menu-planning, needing inspiration on which ingredients are currently in season, looking for round-ups of some of our latest recipe ideas or general handy tips on how to get the best results in your kitchen, our Guides section has it all!

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Enjoy the craic with 5 delicious recipes from top Irish chefs and food writers

Paint the town green on St Patrick’s Day (17 March) or any time with these satisfying dishes from our favourite Irish chefs and food writers.

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The story of masala chai (and secrets to a great cup)

Masala chai, the aromatic Indian tea, is more than just a drink – it's a ritual. Learn what makes it so special and how to make a great cup. 

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How to host a pancake party (with menu ideas)

Browse our best ideas for throwing a pancake party, from menus and games to essential recipes and topping ideas.

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10 of the best savoury pancake recipes for dinner

Pancakes for dinner? These savoury pancake recipes – from cheesy to spicy – are ideal for Shrove Tuesday or any day of the week.

Drinks

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Wine school: merlot explained & the best bottles to buy

Kelly Sullivan makes the case for merlot – middle of the range in punch and budget but not to be sniffed at – with best bottles to buy.

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How to make flatbreads plus 5 fresh topping ideas

Learn how to make perfect flatbreads with our guide, then try new topping ideas including pork satay and ultimate cheesy garlic bread.

Features

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Cobnut, pumpkin & even olive: The rise of gourmet British oils

Rapeseed is in decline, so what does the future look like for British oils? Nut, pumpkin and perhaps even olive oils are on the menu.

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How to make your own mustard

Want to make your own mustard? Pollyanna Coupland shares her homemade mustard recipes, from classic English to American and wholegrain.

Menus

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Rosie Mackean’s comfort food dinner party menu (with time plan)

Pure comfort, this three-course menu from Rosie Mackean is birthday-level special but without any finicky finessing to worry about.

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10 of the best Valentine’s Day baking ideas

Get baking this Feb 14th with our Valentine's cakes and bakes. These romantic recipes include red velvet cake, biscuits and cheesecake.

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The best classic Valentine’s Day menu

This is our best classic Valentine's Day menu for the most romantic night of the year, including prawn cocktail, steak and chocolate fondants.

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Why Ibérico ham is the king of cured meats

Learn how Ibérico ham is made, why it’s special and gain a true appreciation of artisanal food production at its absolute finest.

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12 essential oat recipes, from overnight oats to perfect flapjacks

We explore the history of oats, why they're good for you – and share a dozen of our favourite oat recipes, including muffins and soda bread.

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The delicious. team’s 10 favourite feelgood winter recipes

Browse our top picks for banishing winter blues, from nourishing and nutritious meals to cooking projects and easy bakes for sweet cravings.

Drinks

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Wine school: cabernet sauvignon explained & the best bottles to buy

Aleesha Hansel gives you the lowdown on cabernet sauvignon, the world’s most popular wine grape, and chooses three favourite bottles to try.

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10 ways to add more food joy to your life in January

We're curated 10 ways to add more joy, flavour and inspiration to your table, from exploring Southeast Asian recipes to baking challenges.

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10 tasty jacket potato topping ideas

Jazz up your jacket potato with these 10 inspiring topping ideas. How about chilli crab, roasted garlic or soured cream and beetroot?

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5 favourite recipes from Korean chefs & food writers

Five Korean chefs and food writers share their favourite recipes. Some are traditional, some contemporary – all perfect for delving into Korean cooking.

Skills

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Andrew Wong’s Chinese sauces masterclass

Legendary chef Andrew Wong shares his Chinese sauces knowledge alongside three recipes to level up your stir-fries and fried rice.

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Rosie Mackean’s cosy January dinner party menu (with time plan)

Dinner-party queen Rosie Mackean's cosy January menu includes a crowdpleasing chicken main and make-ahead dessert, plus get-ahead time plan.

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20 recipes to help you eat 30 plants a week

Trying to eat 30 plants a week? Our favourite plant-packed recipes will inspire you on the path to up your intake – no boring salads in sight!

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10 twists on toad in the hole to make tonight

Discover our easy toad in the hole recipe, plus plenty of twists on the classic, from Spanish-inspired to veggie versions.

Travel

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Where to eat in Prague

Prague is filled with welcoming cafés, beer halls and restaurants. Here's where to eat in Europe's cosiest city...

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Ravinder Bhogal’s epic New Year’s Eve menu

Restaurateur and food writer Ravinder Bhogal is known for her exciting mixture of worldly styles: this is her spectacular New Year’s Eve menu.

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Taste tested: The best drinks for New Year’s Eve parties 2024

Our best New Year's Eve drinks picks for the 2024 party season include white wines, red wines, rosé, spirits, cocktails, softies and mixers.

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6 genius batch bottled cocktails that you can make ahead

Hosting a party? Make one of these festive batch bottled cocktails ahead of time and then relax and enjoy your evening.

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How to make the best Christmas cheeseboard

Here's what to keep in mind when planning your best-ever cheeseboard, with recipes for delicious cheese accompaniments.

Leftovers

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What to do with cheeseboard leftovers

Wondering what to do with those cheeseboard leftovers from Christmas? We share genius use-up ideas and tips for both hard and soft cheeses.

Tips

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Party hosting tips to delight your guests (and preserve your sanity)

Hosting a party and in need of some tips? Avoid the stresses of festive entertaining with the help of Jonathan Attwood, professional host.

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