Nothing highlights the dichotomy of Morocco as the assault on your sense of smell that the place offers just like near our Essaouira riad. It’s not unusual to inhale the fragrant scent of mint as you pass a barrow of fresh herbs one moment and the pungency of freshly ground spices the next, while a … Read more
This North African chakchouka recipe makes poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce. While it’s thought that chakchouka – also written as shakshuka, choukchouka and tchoutchouka – comes from Tunisia, chakchouka is found right across North Africa and the Middle East. We’ve eaten it everywhere from Morocco to the Levant countries of Lebanon, Syria and … Read more
Our home away from home in Marrakech is a serene riad secreted away on a dog-legged alley in the old medina. Located in the bustling neighbourhood of Bab Doukkala, which couldn’t be more atmospheric, our riad with its peaceful courtyard and tinkling water feature exudes a sense of calm amidst the endearing chaos. Our home … Read more
We have to let you in on a little secret: this year we’re using our quest to identify a quintessential dish in each destination that I can learn to cook as a fantastic excuse to try a range of restaurants that specialise in the local cuisine of that destination. Here’s the best of British food … Read more
Fast omelette making skills can come in handy when you’re in a hurry, when you have friends over for a weekend breakfast, whether you’re feeding a big family on holidays, or when you have a hungry wife. Here’s my fast omelette with bacon recipe. While we were in London I saw a TV cooking show where … Read more