» Choosing olive oil
By staff writer
THE plethora of olive oils on sale at supermarkets these days can be baffling. Each purports to be made from the finest olives and from the most carefully tended groves. But how do you separate the marketing hype from the truth?
» What is an amuse-bouche?
By staff writer
DINE at any good restaurant and the chances are youll find a small, bite-sized offering that is not listed on the menu placed before you at the start of the meal.
» What is a sommelier?
By staff writer
SEASONED foodies will be well familiar with the role of a sommelier, but if you are just beginning your epicurean adventure, this is one of those terms which can cause confusion.
» The Michelin Guide
By staff writer
THE hallowed Michelin guide to restaurants has an almost mythical significance for both chefs and epicurean explorers alike.
» À la carte or set menu?
By staff writer
A COMMON stumbling block for those who are new to the foodie world and are beginning to venture out into the exciting world of restaurants is the phrase ΰ la carte.
» Table Manners
By staff writer
FOOD as a leisure activity, whether it be eating out, watching cookery programmes, stacking your shelves with the latest must-have cookery book.