Food and Wine

Pesto Crusted Rack of Lamb on Puy Lentils

Matt Dawson | Posted 12.04.2013 | UK Lifestyle
Matt Dawson

I'm a massive lamb fan, particularly when pink and tender and accompanied by this puy lentil salad. And don't be shy, make sure you pick every last morsel of lamb off the bone, no knife and fork required! Wine expert Ewan Lacey helps me match this dish to the perfect Bordeaux wine.

Bellevue Rendezvous

Elisa Ashenden | Posted 08.04.2013 | UK Lifestyle
Elisa Ashenden

Bellevue Rendezvous is a charming little French restaurant on the corner of Wandsworth Common. When you don't feel like parting with the entire conten...

Smoked Haddock and Two Cheese Tart With Lemon Dressed Green Salad

Matt Dawson | Posted 05.04.2013 | UK Lifestyle
Matt Dawson

Right, cards on the table, I'm a fish addict. Not just because of the nutritional benefits, but because it tastes so good. I like this dish because it's actually filling unlike many fish recipes. So it will definitely satisfy your hungry guest. We also pick the perfect wine to enjoy with this delicious meal.

Chicken Paillard Gremolata With Shoestring Fries

Matt Dawson | Posted 29.03.2013 | UK Lifestyle
Matt Dawson

I cut my teeth grilling, roasting and braising chicken under the sage-like eye of Mark Edwards, group executive chef at Nobu. This is a simple but delicious supper for two, or bash a couple more chicken breasts flat and invite some friends around to join you

Warm Steak and Roquefort Salad

Matt Dawson | Posted 22.03.2013 | UK Lifestyle
Matt Dawson

Want something delicious in a hurry? A couple of juicy sirloin steaks, shown a hot frying pan for three or four minutes either side and served with a simple salad, what could be better. Wine Expert Ewan Lacey helps me match this dish to the perfect wine.

Mythbusting: Wine Style - Part One

Mike John Matthews | Posted 09.08.2012 | UK Lifestyle
Mike John Matthews

What is it about wine that average Joe public are happy to be ignorant about? I'm sure people don't follow the same philosophy when it comes to buying clothes or cars. In my experience consumers go out of their way to have some understanding of these. Why not wine?