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effortless!

Smart buys and clever tips to make entertaining a breeze

Cocktail hour

Five opulent bakes inspired by classic cocktails

cook a classic - Jam and coconut sponge

Bake this school days staple and serve as a warming pud or teatime treat

3 ways with Worcestershire sauce

Clever ideas for making the most of this classic British condiment

10 Things I love about Sicily

Emilia Strazzanti, co-founder of the Strazzanti shop and supper club, tells us what makes the food of Sicily so special to her and her family

WEEKEND BAKE: A SLICE OF HISTORY

Treat yourself to this nostalgic vanilla and raspberry cake, first baked in the eponymous north London district in the late 1800s, and still a favourite across the country

PLANT POWER

Reinvent familiar dishes with clever meat-free swaps from Henry Firth and Ian Theasby of vegan recipe hub BOSH!

Fabulous fakeaway

Forget a takeaway, this healthy wok supper is quick to cook, and low in fat and calories

Festival of colours

Discover more about Holi, an ancient Indian celebration marking the arrival of spring, with this guide and recipe from food writer Roopa Gulati

Midweek meals - dinner in 20 minutes

Try these simple, satisfying recipes that you can have on the table in no time

Iconic Irish treats

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day by cooking a recipe inspired by the Emerald Isle. From warming lamb stew to stout pudding, these recipes will leave everyone smiling

NEW WAYS FOR SUNDAYS: One-pan ROASTS

There’s nothing quite like a roast – try our clever one-tray ideas that are packed with flavour and ensure minimum washing-up afterwards

Family favourites

The BBC star shares the recipes she most loves to cook for husband Abdal, sons Musa and Dawud, and daughter Maryam

COUNTDOWN TO SPRING

Be inspired by the bounty of exciting produce March has to offer with recipes from Esther Clark, plus tips on growing your own from Emma Crawforth of BBC Gardeners’ World

Spotlight: Spain Waiting in the wings

There’s good action among collectors, but the investment focus remains on the two Ribera del Duero big-hitters

Southwest France a buyer's guide

The wide range of obscure grapes and unusual styles from France’s rural southwest makes it fascinating yet mysterious – and there are great wines to be found at bargain prices too. Here are the key appellations and producers, plus 10 top bottles to try

Why I make wine in Spain

One roaming winemaker, with a passion for small-batch, low-intervention wines, explains why Spain is among the most exciting places in the world to be making wine at the moment

What's in a SCORE?

Scores rule. Or do they? Nothing in the wine world fuels debate and controversy quite like the subject of scoring

NEW SPANISH WHITES

The last two decades have witnessed a creative revolution in Spain’s white wine production. The 10 wines chosen here shine a light on the producers, grapes and styles that are making waves today

José Vouillamoz

Grape geneticist, author and lecturer

Island whiskies

Set apart from the mainland and the mainstream, islanders have a distinct way of life – which is reflected in the character of the whiskies they produce. We take a tour of island distilleries around the world to find out more

Francisco Barona

The classic case of working for decades to become an overnight success, this rising star winemaker’s impressive CV lists some of the world’s most prestigious wineries, and his name now joins those of the best in Ribera del Duero

Discovering Cádiz

A frequent movie stand-in for Cuba and well known for its annual winter Carnaval, the city of Cádiz is also a perfect base for exploring Andalucía’s fascinating wineries and tasting the region’s fine food

Nepal's Diverse Dishes

Nepali cooking is shaped by its unique geography. In this edited extract from his book Ayla, chef Santosh Shah gives us an insight into the rich cuisine of his home country

A WEEK OF HEALTHY MEALS

Nutritious midweek dinners, all planned out and ready to go

Nice, but not too naughty

These slimmed-down bakes will satisfy your sweet tooth without sabotaging all those good intentions

CHOCS AWAY

Sink your teeth into these irresistible treats

Be my Valentine

Spoil the one you love this February

4 BANGIN' BURGERS

Love a burger? Grab a couple of meat or veggie patties, then take them

Mary's Cosy Classics

A trio of Mary Berry favourites, for when you fancy something comforting