Drivel
I’m just back from France with a bag full of wine and a book full of notes. The notes will be written up and posted over the next few …
Site News
I’m gong on holiday tomorrow. I probably will not have regular internet access so updates will have to wait until I get back in 13 days time. And there …
Perry
Westons Perry. It is terribly good, really fruity, with good body and a fine fizz. The thing you’ve got to love most about it, though, is that lovely, lovely …
London
I’ve travelled all over London in search of better pizza, but La Porchetta, we were at the Holborn branch last night, is yet to be beaten. They’ve smartened up …
London
I’ve reviewed Hawksmoor (London’s best meat restaurant) before here and here. The basic message is that it is a top meat establishment. This will not be another review as …
Champagne
I really like Jacquesson , they have improved greatly in recent years. The Avize Grand Cru is an amazing vintage fizz. This is a bit more ‘basic’, but it …
Recipes
This is how pros make top mashed potato, and I am a freaking pro, alright. So, get 2 big Maris Piper potatoes per person and prick them all over …
Egomania
A few people have said I should sign up for Twitter. I know little of it, but I seem to be aware that I have more to say than …
Burgundy
I find Corton to be the least satisfying Grand Cru in Burgundy. Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru 2004, Prince Florent de Merode It is quite pale. No matter …
Beer
Today’s little bottle of beer with lunch I know to be much nicer than yesterday’s. Originating from Freemantle in Western Australia this is a quality Pale Ale which will …
