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Win Win a luxury cream tea hamper for two with Rodda’s worth £100

Mon, 13:53
WIN a Rodda's cream tea hamper worth �100

It wouldn’t be a British summer without a scone or two, so we’ve teamed up with Rodda’s to offer a luxury cream tea hamper

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How to still enjoy tapas in West Essex

Wednesday, June 10, 2020 Kate Jones
Whipps Cross Hospital were delighted to receive a delivery of fine, Spanish dishes

Coronavirus may have closed the restaurant side of the business, but Las Tapas continues to bring a taste of the Mediterranean to Chingford

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Tips on how to grow your own produce at home

Monday, June 1, 2020 Ellie Fells
All the family can get involved with growing produce at home

There’s never been a better time to discover your green fingers and have a go at growing your own fruit and vegetables

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Healthy eating during lockdown

Wednesday, May 13, 2020 Kate Jones
While no individual food, nutrient or supplement will increase immunity, a healthy, balanced diet, full of colour, is an important component

We speak to two West Essex-based nutritionists about the kinds of food we should be consuming during lockdown and beyond

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Cafe Spice Namaste meets Portuguese Vinhos in Buckhurst Hill

Monday, February 3, 2020 Mark Kebble
The Portuguese Cheese and Wine evening takes place on 19th February

At Mr Todiwalas Petiscos’s special event evenings your tastebuds won’t forget the fabulous fusion of Goan and Portuguese food and wine on offer

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How to still enjoy tapas in West Essex

Wednesday, June 10, 2020 Kate Jones
Whipps Cross Hospital were delighted to receive a delivery of fine, Spanish dishes

Coronavirus may have closed the restaurant side of the business, but Las Tapas continues to bring a taste of the Mediterranean to Chingford

Read Full Story »

Cafe Spice Namaste meets Portuguese Vinhos in Buckhurst Hill

Monday, February 3, 2020 Mark Kebble
The Portuguese Cheese and Wine evening takes place on 19th February

At Mr Todiwalas Petiscos’s special event evenings your tastebuds won’t forget the fabulous fusion of Goan and Portuguese food and wine on offer

Read Full Story »

Barkingside Portuguese restaurant adding a culinary twist

Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Mark Kebble
The Polvo de largareiro (grilled octopus) has always been one of the more traditional favourites

Marta Freitas, who along with husband Carlos runs Capricho Portuguese Kitchen in Barkingside, on giving their country’s cuisine a delicious and innovative new take

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West Essex restaurant Il Bacio: Italian cuisine at its best

Thursday, October 31, 2019 Kelly Beswick
A changing, seasonal menu operates at Il Bacio

Luigi Funedda, who along with brother Antonella runs West Essex’s two Il Bacio restaurants, talks about his passion for food in general and authentic, Sicilian cuisine in particular

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Food

Win Win a luxury cream tea hamper for two with Rodda’s worth £100

Mon, 13:53
WIN a Rodda's cream tea hamper worth �100

It wouldn’t be a British summer without a scone or two, so we’ve teamed up with Rodda’s to offer a luxury cream tea hamper

Read Full Story »

Behind the scenes at Woodford Green’s The Broadway Deli & Grocery

Wednesday, January 15, 2020 Mark Kebble
As Jan walked into the shop, something felt right about the place

Since arriving in Woodford Green just over a year ago, The Broadway Deli & Grocery has become a mecca for local foodies and speaking to its passionate owner, Jan Robijns, it’s easy to see why

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Why dieting may not be the answer

Monday, January 13, 2020 Mark Kebble
Small, staged and sustainable changes will mean you won't feel the need to ever go on a diet again

While it’s tempting to make your New Year resolution to restrict your food intake, Buckhurst Hill-based nutritional therapist Yasmin Alexander reckons it’s probably the worst thing you could do

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Barkingside Portuguese restaurant adding a culinary twist

Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Mark Kebble
The Polvo de largareiro (grilled octopus) has always been one of the more traditional favourites

Marta Freitas, who along with husband Carlos runs Capricho Portuguese Kitchen in Barkingside, on giving their country’s cuisine a delicious and innovative new take

Read Full Story »

Chef Profiles

Interview with Green’s Steakhouse founder Brad Green on opening in Loughton

Tuesday, January 14, 2020 Mark Kebble
Brad likes that the Loughton branch is close to his home and it gives him a chance to be back in the kitchen

We spoke with Brad Green, the chef behind the award-winning chain, Green’s Steakhouse, which recently opened its doors in Loughton

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