Drinking trends in the UK have changed over the last few decades as we have moved from a nation of beer and spirit drinkers, to being much more focused on wine. Industry surveys, however, show that cocktail drinking is now making a comeback. This is perhaps due to tough economic times. It has been shown in the past that people tend to seek refuge from all the bad news of a poor economy in affordable luxury, and perhaps cocktails provide just that. A bottle of spirits can cost the same as a bottle of quality wine, but you’ll get many more drinks from the spirits. Cocktail mixing at home can therefore be relatively inexpensive, but how can you get it right? (more…)

The humble pizza has been a firm food favourite for well over a century. There are certainly no shortage of places from where you can obtain a pizza – from the supermarket to a restaurant or from many of the pizza take-away establishments which seem to have proliferated over recent years. However, there is nothing quite like the satisfaction you get when you decide to make your own pizza. (more…)

Protein is an important part of our diet. It helps us maintain bone and muscle mass, strengthens the immune system, and keeps us feeling alert throughout the day. It is surprisingly easy to maintain a good intake on a vegan diet, but a lot of vegans aren’t eating enough of the right foods in order to do so. Here are a few tips for making sure you get enough protein as a vegan. (more…)

Season’s greetings, dear reader. It seems as though Christmas is nearly upon us once again, and that means it’s time for Christmas food. Enjoying good food with loved ones is at the very core of the Christmas season, and making your own Christmas cake can really help make this year one to remember. (more…)

Those who follow a vegan diet are likely to be familiar with the question, “But what do you eat?”. The truth is that recipes for vegans are just as varied as those for their omnivorous counterparts. Sometimes, however, it’s nice to be given a few new recipe ideas, whether you’re a seasoned vegan yourself or you’re cooking for vegan friends or family members. (more…)

Christmas is a time of cheer and gastronomic delights. You can be spoiled or spoil others with delicious Christmas recipes for vegetarians and your table will look good too. Some of these dishes are as pleasing to the eye as they are to the palate! (more…)