Potato and Turkey BBQ Parcels

  This recipe is a delightful summer twist on the traditional Christmas roast dinner. Just throw it on the BBQ for an all-in-one meal – perfect for get-togethers or camping alike. Not barbecue weather? No problem – just pop the parcels in the oven instead. In the meantime, join in with some more summery Christmas… Read More

Linguine with Mussels and Anchovies

  Who said fast food needs to be unhealthy? Here is a mouthwatering meal that only takes 20 minutes to put together. The sauce can also be eaten alone with crusty bread and a glass of wine. Delicious! This recipe makes 10-12 servings so you might need to halve quantities if you aren’t feeding as many as we… Read More

Discovering Bellavita Italia: Gastronomia Il Ceppo

  Our family foodie trip in assocation with Bellavita Expo is drawing to a close. We have been so honoured to have been given the opportunity to visit some of northern Italy’s finest food producers during our six weeks here and it is something none of us will ever forget. Our final visit was to… Read More

Behind the Scenes: Poli Grappa Distillery

  While grappa is not quite regarded as the typical after dinner drink in the UK things are very different in Italy. We visited the Poli Distillery, the home of Poli Grappa since 1898, to find out more about the range of grappas and the production process behind them.     The Poli Distillery is… Read More

Discovering Bellavita Italia: Barduca Organic Salad Farm

  Our family has been very lucky to be invited to look behind the scenes of some of the best artisan food and drink producers in the Veneto region of Italy and this trip was certainly no exception. The Barduca family run their organic farm which provides pre-packed salads and herbs throughout Europe. You may… Read More