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What do our beloved hostelries have to do with the discovery of DNA, the D-Day landings and The Lord of the Rings ? Everything, as Ashleigh Arnott discovers

Shakespeare’s works are peppered with countless food references: pies, cakes, capons and a great deal of sherry, for starters. Some are set-dressing details, but many were allusions that would have be

Food writer Tom Parker Bowles plates up two dishes that could make a delicious Good Friday supper

• Welsh cooking is rooted in local produce and a strong sense of place, with recipes passed down through generations. From simple bakestone-baked treats to hearty, comforting dishes, these Welsh class

If there is one county to explore on a foodie theme it has to be Cornwall. Seafood tops the list, of course; with more than 400 miles of coastline – the most in any county in Britain – and major and m

Ingredients (Serves 2 now, 2 later) ◆ 500g potatoes, peeled and cut intochunks ◆ 500g sweet potatoes, peeled and cuinto chunks ◆ 500g lean minced beef◆ 1 small onion, finely chopped◆ 1 carrot, finely