Food for thought

Since reopening in 2019, the historic Edinburgh Castle pub has attracted some of Manchester’s brightest chef talent. The latest draw is Thai expert, Ben Humphreys, previously of the much-admired Distr

SERVES 4IngredientsFor the spice paste 1 tsp ground turmeric 1 tsp chilli powder 1 small onion, roughly chopped 4 garlic cloves 1 lemongrass stalk For the main 4 tbsp vegetable oil1 tsp table salt300m

1 Food that speaks of home When guests arrive I like to welcome them with something that evokes the comfort and welcome of a Sri Lankan home — roast paan still warm from the bakery, a punchy pol sambo

Mandy Yin is Malaysian-born Chinese of Peranakan Nyonya heritage. Mandy owns and runs cult Sambal Shiok Laksa Bar in London and is regularly featured in the national press. Mandy’s life goal is to sho

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Persian-influenced dishes infused with spices bring vibrant flavour in Sabrina Ghayour’s newest book – and she promises they’re easy to make, too