The measure

A martini is all about the ratio of spirit to vermouth – the more spirit you use the drier the martini. We used a 5:1 ratio of gin to dry vermouth for this recipe but you could use 4:1 or go drier wit

Makes 12Prep time 15 minCook time 30 minSpecialist kit 12-hole muffin tin;12 large paper muffin cases EASY SWAPS Raspberries or blackcurrants are great alternatives. • 250g cooked beetroot • 3 large e

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Throughout August I cut the box hedges that give shape to the vegetable garden. They’re just under waist height but that’s enough to protect most plants from the wind and they are a good dark backgrou