Who? Shauna Sever
What? If you wanted to learn all there is to know about vanilla then Shauna Sever’s book Pure Vanilla is a must have. The book features recipes as well as essential techniques for working with vanilla. Priced at £15.99.
When? Available now
Where? Available in store and online
How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? Tom Aikens with Destinology What? Michelin-starred chef Tom Aikens has teamed up with luxury tour-operator Destinology to offer a special culinary tour to Mauritius. Guests will be based at the Royal Palm Hotel and will enjoy Aikens hosted masterclasses, three four-course dinners by Aikens and a demonstration on Mauritian cuisine with Michel de Matteis and Aikens. The package also includes seven nights accommodation with breakfast and flights. Prices from £3,499 per person. When? 20th to 28th March Where? Royal Palm Hotel, Royal Road, Grand Baie, Mauritius How? For more information and to book, visit www.destinology.co.uk Fly via KLM
Who? Rathfinny What? To highlight the potential of English sparkling wine, Sussex wine estate Rathfinny has teamed up with the London Conchord Ensemble to create a three-day music festival featuring food and wine. Weekend and separate event tickets are available to Conchord At Rathfinny includes a black tie wine-tasting dinner, Piano Four-hands Tea Recital, Gala Evening with Dame Felicity Lott & Alexandra Spencer-Jones, Baroque Concerto Coffee Concert and the Final Festival Concert. Prices start from £15. When? 12th to 14th June Where? Rathfinny Estate, Alfriston, East Sussex BN26 5TU How? For more information, see www.rathfinnyestate.com
Who? Neil Davey What? When it comes to chocolate, few can say no. But just how much do you really know about the good stuff? In this short guide from the celebrated series The Bluffer’s Guide, Neil Davey seeks to challenge and change some of the common misperceptions about chocolate. Thrown into the mix is some fun facts and quirky tales. A must for chocolate lovers who want to learn more. When? Available now Where? Available online from and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Van Tran and Anh Vu What? Van Tran and Anh Vu had previously worked in finance before turning their hand to street food at Broadway Market in East London. Their new book, The Vietnamese Market Cookbook, captures the essence and flavours of market cooking both in London and Vietnam and is filled with ideas for tasty treats. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Loveramics What? When it comes to dressing a room, it’s the little details that matter. We think this little tripod condiment set from Loveramics is just the right amount of understated to fit into any home. Made from white porcelain with a wooden stand, it’s built to last. Plus, with salt, pepper, oil and vinegar, it’s really covered all the basis. Priced at £36. When? Available now Where? Available online from Occa Home How? Buy now from Occa Home
Who? The Matsuri What? A restaurant that’s been at the heart of London for more than two decades is a rare find but that’s just one of the accolades that that The Matsuri holds. The other is that this restaurant in St James was the official caterer for the Japanese athletes during the London 2012 Olympics, a testament, perhaps, of its authenticity. With two sets of sommeliers (one for wine and wine for sake) and a whole team of specialist chefs, here is where you’ll find some of the heartiest sushi, tempura and teppanyaki. When? Open year round Where? 15 Bury Street, London SW1Y 6AL How? For more information, see…
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I’ve just bought this book actually, some great recipes on there and definitely more interesting than cupcakes!