Quiche lorraine

The home of quiche Lorraine, this north-eastern corner of France has a fascinating history – both foodie and beyond, says Liz Boulton

Evoke holidays at the Cornish seaside where this recipe hails. It’s named for the filling of mackerel or sardines (whatever the day’s catch might be) as their heads look skyward through a golden crust

■ Serves 6-8 ■ Prep 35 mins ■ Cook 1 hr 10 mins 120g butter, cut into cubes300g plain flour, plus extrafor dusting600g small floury potatoes,all roughly the same size2 tbsp olive oil1 onion, finely ch

Boiling is where the ingredients are submerged in water and boiled at a fairly rapid heat (nearly 100°C). Due to the high temperature, the liquid is bubbling vigorously, turning to steam and reducing,

LEISURE

Born in Brittany, France, Eric began his culinary journey working as a chef for the French Navy before moving to the UK in 1989 to work with legendary chefs such as Albert and Michel Roux. In 1995, Er