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7 hours ago
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5 of the best new cookbooks for summer
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). With more than 3,600 miles of coastline, Croatia's Dalmatia region is intrinsically tied to the sea. This is apparent in its cuisine, where fish and seafood plucked directly from the Adriatic reigns supreme, whether it's delicately sweet and silky oysters or smoky grilled sea bream. Melbourne-based restaurateur Ino Kuvačić — originally from Split, Dalmatia's largest city — believes the flavours of his homeland deserve to be celebrated. In his latest cookbook, he transports readers to the cobbled streets of the region's medieval towns, offering more than 100 recipes, most of which are designed to be shared. Classic dishes such as brudet (seafood stew) and splitska pašticada (Split-style beef with red wine, prunes and apples) take centre stage, while small plates, including kozice s pršutom (prawns wrapped in prosciutto with goat's cheese) serve as the perfect introduction to the region's cuisine. To finish, there are indulgent desserts, including Dubrovnik crème caramel, whose French and Spanish origins reflect Dalmatia's rich blend of cultural influences. £25, Hardie Grant. In her new book, chef and restaurateur Lin celebrates her Malaysian-Scottish heritage. Personal stories explore the interconnectivity of food and identity, while recipes such as chilli crisp puttanesca and kaya croissant-and-butter pudding showcase Lin's innovative approach to Malaysian flavours. £28, Ebury Press. Food writer Cloake's latest release traces the origins of the most iconic dishes in the US, via a cycle ride across the country. She uncovers the stories behind specialities like crawfish stew, marionberry pie and sauerkraut balls — offering insights into the immigrant communities that have shaped the US's ever-evolving food scene. £16.99, HarperCollins. Half-Turkish Cypriot, half-British chef Semay's latest book resulted from a solo journey through Turkey, during which he picked up both stories and recipes. Alongside chapters dedicated to bread and mezze are explorations of regional delicacies like Adanan kofte and Gaziantep pistachios. £28, Ebury Press. Born and raised in Islamabad, food writer Jillani's debut cookbook contextualises Pakistani cuisine through essays on each region. Encompassing Afghan, Chinese, Indian and Iranian influences, the 100-plus recipes include boldly flavoured dishes like spiced chicken dumplings, saffron flatbread and Parsi wedding custard. £26, Hardie Grant. Published in Issue 28 (summer 2025) of Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK).To subscribe to National Geographic Traveller (UK) magazine click here. (Available in select countries only).
Irish Examiner
4 days ago
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- Irish Examiner
Darina Allen: Summer salad recipes, including this classic Caesar salad
We can't believe our good luck, day after day of clear skies and sunshine. Many of our cookery school students who hail from sunnier climates can't believe just how much of our conversation reverts back to the weather. In some of their home countries, it's the onset of the rains that's celebrated with gusto, and I have to say I'm longing for a long night's rain myself to give us a break from watering plants and to fatten up the rhubarb stalks. We've just dug the first new potatoes, an organic blight-resistant variety called Orla. The seed came from Fruit Hill Farm in Bantry, Co. Cork and they were planted in a tunnel in early February — such joy plus an opportunity to make a wish. I give thanks to Mother Nature every year and the farmers and gardeners for the wonderful bounty of fresh produce that keeps coming week after week, we've just had the first cucumber too — the reward for planning seeds in spring. All those bubbly stews, tagines, and casseroles lose their appeal in this weather; none of us wants to spend a moment more than necessary in a hot steamy kitchen but abundant salads piled high on plates get an enthusiastic response and bring a smile to everyone's face. The possibilities are endless, there's still no definitive definition... could be just a pile of crunchy vegetables, maybe lots of fresh herbs, freshly roasted spices, a grilled salad, fruit alone, warm or at room temperature. We love lots of contrasts of texture and flavour, a meal in itself. For a main course, a jammy hard-boiled egg adds protein as does cheese, could be just a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan or aged Coolea over a leafy green salad or some grilled halloumi or little balls of bocconcini. The combinations are only limited by your imagination. Warm grilled chicken, a few slices of rare beef fillet or fish, if you're lucky, a fresh mackerel or some crunchy squid rings on top and on and on… However, it's worth remembering the golden rule: Always dress a leafy salad as close to serving as possible otherwise it will lose its freshness and become unappetisingly limp and soggy. Super tasty dressings add magic and there are lots of exciting options that I'm loving in Clem Haxby's new cookbook, The Salad Project, plus tantalising pictures. It's easy to get stuck in a rut so this tome will ignite your imagination and tickle your tastebuds. Here are a few of the many tempting salad recipes in Clem's cookbook that appealed to me. Recipes from The Salad Project by Clem Haxby, published by Ebury Press. Sesame Soy Steak with Furikake Croutons, Pickled Chillies & Sesa-Miso Dressing recipe by:Darina Allen We love the combination of textures in this salad. It's piled with tons of great crunch but sometimes crunches that aren't backed up with some more filling body can leave you feeling a little hungry. Servings 2 Preparation Time 15 mins Cooking Time 45 mins Total Time 60 mins Course Main Ingredients 1 garlic clove 1 tbsp oyster sauce 2 tbsp + 2 tsp toasted sesame oil 80ml tamari (for gluten-free) or light soy sauce 2 beef rump steaks 125g short grain brown rice 500ml water ½ tsp fine cooking salt 125g sourdough (stale or fresh) or bao buns 3 tsp furikake seasoning 100g green beans, ends trimmed 120g radishes handful of pea shoots, watercress or rocket handful of fresh coriander leaves 1 lime (juice) sea salt Ready to rock: 6 tbsp Sesa-Miso Dressing 2 tbsp pickled chillies For the pickled chillies 150g mixed chillies 2 tsp caster sugar 1 tsp fine cooking salt 100ml white wine vinegar For the Sesa-Miso Dressing 20 sesame seeds (black add lovely colour, but white are great too) 10g fresh ginger 80g tahini 30g white miso paste 40ml rice wine vinegar 40ml tamari or light soy sauce 80ml water plus extra if needed Method Preheat the oven to 220°C/Gas Mark 7. Peel and crush your garlic, using the side of a knife or a garlic crusher to turn it into a smooth paste. Place the crushed garlic, oyster sauce, two teaspoons of the sesame oil, and the tamari or soy sauce into a shallow dish or plastic container and whisk to combine. Add your steaks and cover well on both sides. Set aside for 10-15 minutes to come to room temperature. Weigh the rice into a saucepan and measure in the water. Stir through the fine cooking salt. Bring the water to a boil over a medium-high heat, then place a lid on the pot (ideally a clear one so you can see if you need to add more water at any point) and lower the temperature to medium. Allow this to simmer until the rice is cooked — roughly 25 minutes. (Simply add more water if it dries out and isn't fully cooked.) Slice your bread of choice into chunky croutons and place in a roasting tray. Add the remaining two tablespoons of sesame oil, a generous pinch of sea salt and 2 teaspoons of the furikake seasoning. Mix well until your croutons are nicely coated. Pop into the oven for five minutes, give them a shake, then return to the oven for a further five minutes until nicely golden and crunchy (if using bao buns, toast for 3-4 minutes total). Meanwhile, place your green beans in a sieve and pop it beneath the lid of your rice pot while the rice is still cooking to steam the beans for 2-3 minutes. Remove and run under cold water to stop the cooking, then set aside. Top and tail the radishes and cut into halves or quarters, depending on their size. Place in a bowl of cold water to crisp up. Now all your vegetables and croutons are ready, heat a dry frying pan over a high heat. Once really nice and hot, use tongs to place your steaks into the pan, pressing down for a second to help them caramelise. Leave the steaks to cook on one side for three minutes before flipping over for rare, or five minutes if you would like them medium. Spoon a couple of teaspoons of the leftover marinade over the steaks and cook for a further three minutes for a rare steak, five minutes for medium. Remove from the pan and drape over an upside-down cereal bowl on a lipped plate (to allow the juices to run out without them going everywhere). Allow both steaks to rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing. While they rest, cover your serving platter or plates with pea shoots, watercress, or rocket, and gently spoon over your rice. Sprinkle over the green beans, radishes and half of the croutons. Dress with three tablespoons of Sesa-Miso Dressing. Slice your steaks into 2cm-thick slices, going against the grain of the meat. Sprinkle the slices with the remaining teaspoon of furikake seasoning. Lie your steak slices over your salad and top with the remaining croutons and the pickled chillies. Finish with some coriander leaves, lime juice, and another three tablespoons of your Sesa-Miso Dressing. For the Sesa-Miso Dressing: Place your sesame seeds into a dry pan and place over a medium heat, swirling the pan constantly, until they are nice and toasted — about 3-4 minutes. Set aside. Peel your ginger using the edge of a teaspoon and grate into a blender. Add the remaining ingredients, excluding your toasted sesame seeds, and blitz until smooth. You can also just pop all your ingredients into a jar and give it a good shake if you don't mind a bit of texture from the ginger. Finish by stirring through your toasted sesame seeds and adjusting the texture with a little extra water, if needed but I'd recommend keeping this dressing on the thicker side, in case you want to use it as a noodle sauce. Store in an airtight jar or container in the fridge for up to one week. For the pickled chillies: Slice your chillies into 2mm rings using a knife or a mandolin. Place the chilli slices and their seeds into a jar or airtight container. Add the sugar, salt, and vinegar and stir well. Finally, add boiling water until the chillies are just covered. Put the lid on and shake well to dissolve the sugar and salt, then label and leave to pickle for a minimum of 30 minutes. The longer you leave these, the more they will mellow and build tang. Keep in the pickling liquid in the fridge for up to three weeks. Recipe from 'The Salad Project' by Clem Haxby, published by Ebury Press. The SP Caesar with Chipotle Caesar Dressing recipe by:Darina Allen Here we have our classic SP Caesar, loaded with spiced chicken, juicy tomatoes, and crispy onions, but don't stop there. Get creative and customise. Go wherever the wind takes you — just don't use iceberg lettuce, please. Servings 2 Preparation Time 20 mins Cooking Time 10 mins Total Time 30 mins Course Main Ingredients ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp garlic granules ½ tsp paprika ½ tsp cayenne pepper ½ tsp fine cooking salt 1 ½ tsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 425g mini chicken fillets 50g kale, destemmed, rinsed and dried 1 lemon (juice) ½ baby gem lettuce, leaves whole, rinsed and dried 100g cherry tomatoes 40g Parmesan sea salt and black pepper Ready to rock: 6 tbsp Chipotle Caesar dressing 4 tbsp crispy onions For the Chipotle Caesar dressing 35g Parmesan 1 garlic clove 130g mayonnaise 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp white wine vinegar ½ lemon (juice) 3 black peppercorns generous bunch of cayenne pepper, plus extra to taste (optional) ¼ tsp smoked paprika, plus extra to taste (optional) 1 tsp sea salt 25ml water For the crispy onions 2 white onions or 4 shallots 2 tsp cornflour 350ml vegetable oil fine cooking salt Method Measure the spices, salt, and ½ teaspoon of olive oil into a medium mixing bowl and stir well to combine into a paste. Add the chicken fillets and use your hands to coat until the fillets are all well-dressed. Set aside at room temperature to marinate while you prepare the remaining ingredients. Finely chop the kale and place into a large mixing bowl. Dress with the juice of half of the lemon, a pinch of sea salt, and a grind of black pepper. Use your hands to massage the dressing into the leaves to help soften and enhance the flavour. Tear the lettuce leaves from the core and add them whole to the kale, gently folding through to distribute them evenly. Add two tablespoons of chipotle Caesar dressing and use your hands to toss through. Slice your tomatoes into halves and set aside. Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a frying pan over a high heat and add your marinated chicken fillets. Once sizzling, reduce the heat to medium-high to avoid the outsides burning. Cook for 7-8 minutes, flipping the fillets with tongs every couple of minutes, until nicely golden and cooked through. Remove from the heat and squeeze over the juice from the other half of the lemon, then finish with a sprinkle of sea salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Load the dressed leaves onto a serving plate, then grate over half of the Parmesan using a microplane or fine grater. Pile on your tomatoes and half the crispy onions. After they've had a couple of minutes to rest, slice the chicken fillets (or leave whole) and lay them onto the salad. Top with the remaining Chipotle Caesar Dressing, the remaining crispy onions, and the grated Parmesan. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and a hefty grind of black pepper. Tip: Make it your own by adding 10 tinned anchovies and one tin of sweetcorn. For the Chipotle Caesar dressing Grate your Parmesan using a microplane or a fine grater and set aside. Peel and crush your garlic using the side of a knife or a garlic crusher and a little sea salt to help turn it into a smooth paste. Place all the ingredients, excluding the water, into a blender and blitz until silky smooth. Gradually add the water and mix with a fork or small whisk until you reach your desired consistency. Play with the spice level by adding more cayenne pepper for a hotter Caesar, or more paprika for something a little smokier. Store in an airtight jar or container in the fridge for up to one week. For the crispy onions Finely slice the onions or shallots using a knife or a mandolin – you can either slice into full rings or half-moons. Place into a bowl. Add the cornflour and toss with your hands to lightly coat the onions. Heat the oil in a saucepan over a medium heat – test it's reached a high enough temperature by dropping in a piece of onion and seeing if it sizzles. When it's hot enough, add the onions to the oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding, and allow to fry until golden and crispy. Remove using a slotted spoon to a plate lined with kitchen paper. Season generously with salt and allow to cool while you cook the next batch. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. If they go a little soft, just crisp them up in the oven for a couple of minutes. Recipe from 'The Salad Project' by Clem Haxby, published by Ebury Press. Read More Darina Allen: Three recipes to try at home inspired by the London food scene
Scottish Sun
13-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Painting your patio pink will boost your mood – 4 ways to make your house a feel-good refuge
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WHEN it comes to colour, grey is a goner and pink is in. But you don't have to ditch your silver sofa or repaint sensibly-shaded walls. 6 When it comes to colour, grey is a goner and pink is in 6 Dopamine Decor by Kate Rose Morgan, published by Ebury Press at £25 Credit: Penguin Random House Interior stylist Kate Rose Morgan says adding a pop of colour to dull decor can give your pad – and mood – an instant boost. 'It took me a long time to realise that colour and joyful surroundings had a huge impact on my wellbeing, behaviour and mood,' she says. 'It wasn't until I went through some hard times a few years ago that I truly appreciated how much colour did for my heart and soul.' If your home needs an injection of colour, you needn't blow the budget. From a £1 hack to boost your living room to a full-blown patio makeover, Kate – author of the home-style guide Dopamine Decor, reveals ten ways to make your house a feel-good refuge. Extracted from Dopamine Decor by Kate Rose Morgan, published by Ebury Press at £25. © Kate Rose Morgan, Photography by Andrew Burton. £26 PATIO REVAMP A COUPLE of years ago I decided to paint my patio slabs pink. You need masonry paint for this and, just to warn you, painting a patio can be time-consuming – even with a foam roller. 6 A couple of years ago I decided to paint my patio slabs pink Credit: Rustoleum But the results look amazing and it is a lot cheaper than getting a whole new patio laid. Over time, you will need to give it a fresh coat due to wear and tear. Always give the area a good sweep and clean beforehand. I would use a primer on slabs, too. TRY IT: 5L GoodHome Nara smooth matt masonry paint, £26, B&Q The secret feature you can use to stop draughts coming through your patio doors - and it's on some windows too PLANT POWER I THINK it's always a good idea to add some natural elements to my home. I do this to balance the heavy use of colour. 6 I think it's always a good idea to add some natural elements to my home Credit: Asda Don't worry if you are not the green-fingered type. There are lots of artificial plants you can use – you won't be able to tell the difference. Most supermarket flowers are really reasonable and they last. I can promise you, even the simplest of flowers will add colour and warmth to a space. TRY IT: Welcoming bunch of daffodils, Asda, £1 ADD WHITE GOODS WOW I ADDED vinyl wrap to my fridge so the colour matches the rest of my kitchen – fridges are expensive at the best of times, but try finding a coloured fridge on a budget. Vinyl is a cheap and easy way to get that colour match. 6 I added vinyl wrap to my fridge so the colour matches the rest of my kitchen Credit: B&Q Plus it is great for renters, because it is totally removable. When it comes to removing it, use a hairdryer. TRY IT: D-C-Fix matt sage green vinyl self-adhesive film, £8, B&Q CREATE A RAINBOW NOT only are sun catchers so wonderfully pretty to look at but they do their job . . . they capture rays of light that create an array of colours in a room. I have one in my bedroom as well as one in my kitchen. 6 Add rainbow window film to your windows, so when the light hits them the room will have multicoloured effects Credit: Amazon When the sun hits them, it is the most beautiful thing. It's like they add a touch of magic to the room. You can also add rainbow window film to your windows, so when the light hits them the room will have multicoloured effects. Gorgeous. TRY IT: 3D rainbow window Film, £6.99, Amazon
The Irish Sun
13-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Painting your patio pink will boost your mood – 4 ways to make your house a feel-good refuge
WHEN it comes to colour, grey is a goner and pink is in. But you don't have to ditch your silver sofa or repaint sensibly-shaded walls. 6 When it comes to colour, grey is a goner and pink is in 6 Dopamine Decor by Kate Rose Morgan, published by Ebury Press at £25 Credit: Penguin Random House Interior stylist Kate Rose Morgan says adding a pop of colour to dull decor can give your pad – and mood – an instant boost. 'It took me a long time to realise that colour and joyful surroundings had a huge impact on my wellbeing, behaviour and mood,' she says. 'It wasn't until I went through some hard times a few years ago that I truly appreciated how much colour did for my heart and soul.' If your home needs an injection of colour, you needn't blow the budget. From a £1 hack to boost your living room to a Extracted from Dopamine Decor by Kate Rose Morgan, published by Ebury Press at £25. © Kate Rose Morgan, Photography by Andrew Burton. £26 PATIO REVAMP A COUPLE of years ago I decided to paint my patio slabs pink. You need masonry paint for this and, just to warn you, painting a patio can be time-consuming – even with a foam roller. Most read in Fabulous 6 A couple of years ago I decided to paint my patio slabs pink Credit: Rustoleum But the results look amazing and it is a lot cheaper than getting a whole new patio laid. Over time, you will need to give it a fresh coat due to wear and tear. Always give the area a good sweep and clean beforehand. I would use a primer on slabs, too. TRY IT: 5L GoodHome Nara smooth matt masonry paint, £26, B&Q The secret feature you can use to stop draughts coming through your patio doors - and it's on some windows too PLANT POWER I THINK it's always a good idea to add some natural elements to my home. I do this to balance the heavy use of colour. 6 I think it's always a good idea to add some natural elements to my home Credit: Asda Don't worry if you are not the green-fingered type. There are lots of artificial plants you can use – you won't be able to tell the difference. Most supermarket flowers are really reasonable and they last. I can promise you, even the simplest of flowers will add colour and warmth to a space. TRY IT: Welcoming bunch of daffodils, Asda, £1 ADD WHITE GOODS WOW I ADDED vinyl wrap to my fridge so the colour matches the rest of my kitchen – fridges are expensive at the best of times, but try finding a coloured fridge on a budget. Vinyl is a cheap and easy way to get that colour match. 6 I added vinyl wrap to my fridge so the colour matches the rest of my kitchen Credit: B&Q Plus it is great for renters, because it is totally removable. When it comes to removing it, use a hairdryer. TRY IT: D-C-Fix matt sage green vinyl self-adhesive film, £8, B&Q CREATE A RAINBOW NOT only are sun catchers so wonderfully pretty to look at but they do their job . . . they capture rays of light that create an array of colours in a room. I have one in my bedroom as well as one in my kitchen. 6 Add rainbow window film to your windows, so when the light hits them the room will have multicoloured effects Credit: Amazon When the sun hits them, it is the most beautiful thing. It's like they add a touch of magic to the room. You can also add rainbow window film to your windows, so when the light hits them the room will have multicoloured effects. Read more on the Irish Sun Gorgeous. TRY IT: 3D rainbow window Film, £6.99, Amazon
News18
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Fabulous Lives Vs. Bollywood Wives' Shalini Passi To Debut As Author In 2026
Shalini Passi, known for "Fabulous Lives Vs Bollywood Wives," will debut as an author with Penguin Random House India. Fresh off her appearance as a special guest on Bigg Boss 18, Shalini Passi is all set to add another feather to her already fabulous cap, this time, as an author. The Delhi-based art patron and cultural curator, known for her fearless style and artistic flair, will make her writing debut in 2026 with a book that promises to be as unapologetic as she is. The yet-to-be-titled book will be published by Penguin Random House India under its Ebury Press imprint and is described as a mix of memoir and manifesto. It dives deep into the key moments that shaped her journey, spotlighting her unique philosophy on art, style, and life. Sharing her excitement, Passi said, 'Who says you can't be glamorous and game-changing? My book is my love letter to fabulous, fearless living with heels on, heart open, and art everywhere. And I am truly grateful that I found the right partners in this journey. A big thank you to Preeti Chaturvedi and The Sunflower Seeds who believed in the power of this idea and also to my publishers – Penguin Random House India who are committed to creating impact through this book." The book was acquired via Preeti Chaturvedi of The Sunflower Seeds, a literary consultancy that believes in powerful, personality-driven storytelling. Passi's vibrant life—ranging from her roots in Delhi to her role as a major player in the contemporary art scene—will unfold through bold storytelling and reflections on what it means to live authentically. Milee Ashwarya, Publisher and Senior VP at Penguin Random House India, added, 'Shalini Passi is bold, fearless, and has always lived life on her own terms. Inspirational, practical and irreverent, this book will be a ready reckoner for anyone who wants to make the most of life's opportunities and stay happy." Passi gained widespread attention after her Netflix debut on Fabulous Lives Vs. Bollywood Wives, which bagged Best Reality/Non-Scripted Series at the 2025 IIFA Awards. First Published:
