Ärtsoppa, a yellow split pea soup, is a classic Swedish staple. This recipe is another winner from my Swedish daughter-in-law, Mathilda, of Strong Adolfo’s cafe. As I don’t yet have my own kitchen (though it is close now) I have been hanging out with Mathilda in hers....

This wonderfully tasty soup was inspired by my brother, Chris, who lives with his family in a tiny village in the Spanish Pyrenees. He was telling me about a soup he makes with the huge, fleshy, Spanish onions which are abundant...

Simple moments … what a wonderful concept. Just slowing down and pottering in the kitchen using minimal, fresh, early summer, ingredients is such a delight. And the end result of this slow paced time is a delicate and yet full flavoured comforting soup to enjoy on...

Today I needed something warm and spicy and cleansing. So what was in the pantry and fridge? There was some kale, a couple of carrots, and as always ginger and garlic. A good start, add some spices and off we go. It is such a good feeling to create a delicious and...