Martin Hesp
All in Food
Traditional Easter meals in the West Country used to feature the historic Lambs' Tail Pie. This article delves into the culinary traditions of rural England, revealing the lost art of preparing this unique Easter delicacy. Discover the methods and anecdotes surrounding this old-fashioned lamb recipe, once a staple in the West Country. Reflect on the changing food practices and the cultural significance of historical British pies and rural English Easter meals in this insightful piece
This article explores Emmental cheese's history and the Emmentaler Visitor Centre in Switzerland. Originating in the 13th century, Emmental is famous for its large holes and nutty flavor. Made from raw cow's milk, its quality is marked by the holes' size, created during fermentation. The Visitor Centre offers an immersive look into its production and cultural significance, showcasing traditional and modern cheesemaking methods, attracting cheese lovers worldwide.
Discover the authentic flavours of Kandy at Hela Bojun Hala, a vibrant hub for traditional Sri Lankan cuisine that empowers local women. This culinary gem offers a sustainable dining experience with organic, locally-sourced ingredients. Relish in organic street food, from spicy curries to sweet treats like Watalappan, all while supporting community-based tourism. Dive into the heart of Sri Lanka’s food culture and savour eco-friendly meals at this cooperative, which showcases the island's rich culinary heritage and promotes economic empowerment in Kandy. Visit Hela Bojun Hala for an unforgettable gastronomic journey that nourishes both body and soul.
Discover the transformative power of kamado-style cooking with this review of the Kamado Joe Classic II and the Masterbuilt Portable Charcoal Grill. Journey from the author's first experience with a kamado a decade ago, to their recent exploration of the latest models, demonstrating the evolution of this ancient Japanese cooking method. Learn about the unique features and advantages of these outdoor cookers, including temperature regulation, durability, and versatility in culinary applications. Get insight into potential drawbacks, such as mobility, along with practical solutions like the portable grill.
Experience the abundance of West Country wild garlic in your kitchen with a delicious and versatile English wild garlic pesto. Enjoy its versatility as you enhance your pasta, meats, fish, or marinades. Learn how to identify wild garlic safely and discover the delightful flavours of wild garlic risotto, a vegetarian dish that's irresistible.
From now on anyone visiting the famous Blackpool Sands, near Dartmouth, will not only be able to order wonderful food and drink, they will be able to do so with the comforting knowledge that the owners and chefs are doing everything in their power to make the menus as environmentally friendly and sustainable as possible.
Schnitzel is one of the great dishes to be found in countries like Germany and Austria - simple but delicious - it’s the sort of food you sample at least once while on a visit
Curry-wurst is a great favourite in Germany so we thought we’d give it a try in an ancient town in Lower Saxony
German food is delicious and very filling. Here’s one typical dish - Schweinshaxe is very much for meat eaters only - a large pork knuckle cooked slowly and served with sauerkraut and potatoes
Midwinter is a wonderful time for the cold-water seafood caught off the coast of South West England
I recently helped host talk at the Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis with writer Graham Harvey as part of the Shute Festival - in the same weekend as this article I wrote about sustainable soils appeared as part of my work for RAW Food & Drink PR in the Western Morning News
National BBQ Week has been and gone in the UK, only to be replaced by a real summer heatwave - which means more and more of us will be dining al fresco
Ancient grains - the types of cereal we humans were eating 10,000 years ago when we began farming - are making a comeback. We find out why…
More and more people simply assume that eating meat is bad for the planet - but there is meat, and there is meat. In this article we visit some exemplary farms which are producing meat that helps lock carbon into the soil
Wild venison is one of the most healthy meats you can buy, and it comes guilt-free if you are worried about the environment
