Even when all is gloomy, you can never be too jaded for jelly
The “voluptuous inner-thigh wobble” is irresistible.
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Felicity Cloake
Felicity Cloake is the New Statesman’s food columnist. Her latest book is The A-Z of Eating: a Flavour Map for Adventurous Cooks.
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Saving money in the kitchen is about more than just ingredients
We can combat energy price hikes – and become greener – by changing our cooking habits.
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Over time, humans have eaten 6,000 plant species. Now, we eat just nine
By expanding our diet, we can protect species and landscapes from the relentless march of monoculture.
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It’s a relief to hear that jam sales have remained buoyant as the nation, presumably, tries to bake itself…
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Nutmeg, the ultimate Christmas spice, has a dark and intoxicating history
The unassuming brown seed was as much a pawn in the colonial game as the precious stones of the…
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What does James Bond eat for lunch?
007 is known for his liquid diet – but he was also a devoted foodie.
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Whether you like yours mild, bitter or bright pink, it’s time to revive the turnip
This humble vegetable has struggled to shake off its association with miserable school dinners; but with rich spices it…
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Britain is surrounded by fish – so why do we eat so little of it?
It seems that once people had the choice to eat meat instead, they grabbed it with both hands.
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Holidays abroad may be off the menu, but the UK has plenty to offer the food tourist
Take your pick from a host of fishing museums, orchard tours and gloriously eccentric food museums.
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