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Michael Caines’ cookbook collection

Ever wondered what the cookbook collection of a Michelin-starred chef looks like? Michael Caines, author of Michael Caines at Home, has given us the chance to find out…

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6 ways to cook perfect poached eggs

Eggs are easy, right? So, why is it that cooking poached eggs casts fear into the heart of so many home cooks. We’ve rounded up half a dozen of our favourite cookery authors to tell us how they get their poached eggs perfect every time.

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James Morton’s cookbook collection

So, what does a chef’s cookery book collection look like? Baking James Morton, author of Brilliant Bread, let us sneak a peek at his…

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Video interview: Tony Kitous talks Lebanese food

Step inside the vibrant, colourful world of Lebanese restaurant Comptoir Libanais with chef and owner, Tony Kitous. In this entertaining video interview he shares his passion for Lebanese food, introducing some...

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Inside Genevieve Taylor’s food world

The Happy Foodie caught up with urban hen-keeper, food stylist and A Good Egg author Genevieve Taylor to find out why Nigel Slater is her food hero, and how she turns out the perfect poached egg every time.

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Video interview: Rick Stein on his memoir

In this exclusive video interview, Rick Stein reminisces about his childhood; love of music; early TV career and beloved dog, Chalky. His memoir, Under a Mackerel Sky is out now in hardback.

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Book extract: Rick Stein’s Under a Mackerel Sky

Rick Stein reminisces with humour and warmth about the food served at his boarding school in this extract from his memoir, Under a Mackerel Sky.

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Top 5 Baking Books for Beginners

Even confident cooks can feel daunted when it comes to baking – a trusted guide is needed in this area of cooking more than any other. Here is our selection of perfect books for novice bakers. They’ll all have you turning out showstoppers in no time.

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Getting to know James Morton

Everyone remembers James Morton from 2012’s Great British Bake Off. The tank top, the witty repartee and, above all, the exceptional baking talent. We wanted a chance to get to know the dashing Mr Morton a little better, so here are his foodie essentials.

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Shaping bread dough for tins

James Morton demonstrates how to shape bread dough for tins, in a handy step-by-step visual guide. Learn this simple technique and use it to make James’ everyday wholemeal bread.

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Jamie Oliver lifts the lid on Save with Jamie

Jamie Oliver’s new cookery book, Save with Jamie, is packed with simple, nutritious, cost-effective recipes. In this video interview, he tells us what we can expect from the book and why he wrote it.

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The Spanish Revolutionary: introducing Omar Allibhoy

Watch award-winning chef Omar Allibhoy talk about his fantastic debut book, Tapas Revolution, and learn how to bring the flavours of Spain into your own kitchen. 

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