Rhubarb and custard is about as British as the victoria sandwich or a Sunday roast. It’s one of my favourite ways to showcase forced rhubarb, grown in the Rhubarb Triangle, a small area of Yorkshire c

Hosting a family do? Impress guests with twists on the classics, plus a pretty-in-pink pudding

From chip-shop staple to artisanal ferment… how tangy vinegars have been livening up British mealtimes for generations

Purple sprouting broccoli always feels like a small seasonal celebration, the first signs of green after months of root veg and stews. This recipe works beautifully as a starter or as a snack with a c

This rich tart makes a lovely dish for a spring lunch – serve with a crisp green salad. SERVES 6 | PREP 20 MINS | COOK 1 HR 10 MINS | EASY 250g shortcrust pastry2 smoked haddock fillets knob of butter

■ Serves 8 ■ Prep 30 mins plus 10 mins resting ■ Cook 1 hr 500g kale, thick stalks discarded and roughly chopped1 tbsp each butter and olive oil2 onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, finely chopped750g ric