August 20, 2008
Summertime!. Hey you lucky people in the northern hemisphere... it's tomato time! [...] you are coming into the best part of summer when tomatoes have had enough sun to really taste of something – they'll be sweet, juicy and fruity. Read the full bit

As far as kitchen secrets go, my recipes come with all the cooking tips and tricks the professionals know - you'll be able to turn out fabulous food effortlessly. And I teach you to be a spontaneous cook, too, so you can feel confident about giving a recipe your personal touch.

Mushroom Crostini with Mustard and Thyme
This is really just a glorified version of mushrooms on toast and just shows that sometimes the very simple things in life can be the best. The beauty of it lies in the contrast between incredibly juicy mushrooms and crisp garlic toasts.

Asparagus
Asparagus has a high water content and dries out quickly at room temperature. Keep it moist by storing it upright with the butt ends in a small amount of water, or wrap the butt ends in a damp cloth. Store asparagus in a cool place, or in the fridge. If you can, cook it the day of purchase.
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