Articles written by Rachel L. Webb

Rosemary is a long-lived, durable bushy herb that deserves its place in any herb garden due to its multitude of uses, it requires little care and attention.

Mar 18, 2012 - Rachel L. Webb

Olive Oil is incredibly versatile, its production covers a huge swathe of land in Southern Spain the world´s largest olive growing and oil producing area.

Dec 9, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

Ajo Blanco is as popular in Spain as Gazpacho but its fame hasn´t become world-wide like it´s red cousin. As a starter try this delicious chilled white soup

Oct 31, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

There are many Spanish cookery books but I doubt that any come in the same large format and are as heavy as The Food of Spain which is as good as it´s big.

Sep 29, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

A look at the eating habits in the ealy 1960s in rural inland Andalusia from the writings of Penelope Chetwode who spent a month there exploring by horse

Aug 26, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

The traditional method of cooking Turkish style is to suspend meat over a shallow trough, this cinnamon chicken recipe is barbecued and is still delicious

Jul 28, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

A review of the Handbook of Canary Folk Medicine, a book of recipes from the Canary Islands with some of their best known herbal remedies secrets.

Jun 30, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

Pasta is quick and easy to prepare, for last minute guests or quick family suppers this store cupboard staple can provide a starter or tasty and hearty meal

May 26, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

Marinating meat with spices is common in Spain, especially in the south. Moorish cooking practices have defined Spanish cooking today, try this example.

Apr 1, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

It's harvest time, and lemons are here in abundance. How do you preserve lemons for year-round use?

Mar 18, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

A review on the new 2011 edition of the DK Eyewitness Travel Spain Guidebook, a guide as vibrant and inviting as the country itself.

Mar 2, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

Hints of freshly plucked herbs, olive oil and that Mediterranean touch, sun-dried tomatoes, a great supper dish or as part of an al fresco party buffet.

Feb 24, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

Sample some typical Spanish tapas in bars and restaurants around Spain read about some of the more common delightful bites of on offer.

Feb 7, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

Madrid Fusion once again pushes boundaries at its three day event with two new events for 2011 a must visit for all foodies.

Jan 28, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

Using that abundance of oranges needs some new and innovative recipes, so what better than adding a local ingredient also in plenty, olive oil.

Jan 19, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

Traditional British marmalade making has now become a big competition. Some of the best preserves can be purchased from Fortnum & Mason´s shelves

Jan 10, 2011 - Rachel L. Webb

Italy hosts a vast array of excellent restaurants, but those that attract most attention are the Michelin star rated establishments, see the new 2010 ones.

Dec 21, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Try this recipe to bring a touch of the Mediterranean to your table as an easy starter or light supper dish using fresh artichokes.

Dec 11, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

The Cornish National Maritime Museum´s new exhibition Falmouth Docks will delight and educate all on the sea-faring history of England´s South-west.

Dec 1, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Try this take on the traditional Swedish buns that were served on St. Lucia´s Day. Saffron gives them a delightful flavour lift and an interesting colour.

Nov 20, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Figs are delicious and nutritious! Try this easy recipe of figs with cinnamon and nuts for a fruity finale or a super sweet sauce to go with pork or duck.

Nov 1, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

A little history on walnuts their use and a fabulous Spanish Walnut Cake recipe. Read about their vitamin and mineral nutritional value.

Oct 19, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Typical and tasty ways of serving Spanish potatoes, most bars and restaurants and every home have their own version of these classic potato dishes.

Sep 28, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

This tasty rice with saffron and vegetables is like a risotto but unlike the risotto the rice is not fried, this is an easy to make, great vegetarian dish.

Sep 13, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Helado de aceite de oliva in Spanish, this olive oil ice cream has an individual flavour. Use the best quality extra virgin olive oil you can.

Aug 18, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Sherry is produced in an area in South-west Spain known as the "Sherry Triangle" under the Denominacion de Origen DO Jerex/Xeres/Sherry y Manzanilla.

Aug 2, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

The base of traditional Spanish cuisine are pulses that are mixed with a variety of ingredients and brought to life with herbs picked from the countryside.

Jul 12, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Eat your greens with this different and easy recipe of greens stuffed with cheese and jamon, crunchy and delicious they are easy to make with the kids help.

Jun 10, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

The Alhambra Palace in Granada province, Andalucia is one of the most extraordinary monuments to the Moorish rule in Spain.

Jun 10, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Horchata is a popular Spanish drink that originated in Valencia and is made from tiger nuts, try this alternative version - Almond Horchata

Jun 7, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Tasty, delicious, nutritious and easy to grow what better veg can there be than the underused Jerusalem artichoke. Try these simple recipes.

May 22, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Jerusalem artichokes may be thought of as quite exotic but they are very easy to grow and spread like weeds if not kept in control.

May 14, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

A Spanish wedding is slightly different from one in the UK read and see how marriages take place in sunny Spain

Apr 30, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

2010 marks the 170th celebration of the birth of Impressionist painter Claude Monet. Visit his house and gardens, the inspiration of many of his paintings.

Apr 21, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Leafy green vegetables are a healthy addition to the diet. Every part of these greens can be eaten, leaves and stalks alike. Try this greens and beans dish.

Apr 16, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Michael Psilakis the award-winning chef releases his first cookery book - How to Roast a Lamb, a brilliant collection of recipes, photographs and personal memoirs

Mar 23, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

The origins of Valentine's Day seem unclear but the fact that it is celebrated every year on February 14th is one that we can't escape. Read about Saint Valentine.

Mar 11, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Many recipes are in different formats so it's handy to have a conversion table nearby when in the kitchen to convert fahrenheit to celsius, floz to ml and oz to grams

Mar 6, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Apples are good for you. Eat an apple a day for their health benefits, to help maintain weight and to help with bowel problems or regularity.

Mar 4, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Choosing where to get married is a hard task, have the wedding on a cruise ship and there's a built in honeymoon and various destinations in one holiday.

Mar 3, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Cooking Scallops in their shells is ideal, not many foods come in their own baking dish, try this traditional Galician fish dish of Scallops topped with breadcrumbs.

Mar 1, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Try these three tasty tomato dishes from the Provence area in France. As starters, side dishes, light lunches or suppers they're healthy and tasty treats.

Feb 26, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

For lovers of yesteryear visit London and experience the roaring 20s right up to the 90s as retro-mania and vintage style is in tea shops and ballrooms across the capital

Feb 26, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

The Pomegranate is the emblem of Granada city in Southern Spain, it is called granada in Spanish and is the base of Grenadine syrup. Try these pomegranate recipes.

Feb 21, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Salads come in all sorts of varieties try this Spanish Remojón recipe that blends together salt cod, juicy oranges and potatoes, add a few black olives for a great tapas

Feb 13, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

When Hercules smashed through the Atlas Mountains he created the Gibraltar Strait and connected the Atlantic Ocean with the Mediterranean Sea, leaving behind two pillars.

Feb 11, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Prawn Croquettes or ham or cheese croquettes are a great way to use up leftovers. Make these bites in advance for great little finger food tapas.

Feb 5, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Just a boat trip away cross the Mediterranean Sea at the narrow point of the Gibraltar Strait to North Africa. Fly into Malaga airport and visit Gibraltar.

Jan 28, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Pomegranate Sauce is one of the great ways to use those autumnal fruits try it with stuffed turkey breast as an alternative to a whole stuffed turkey.

Jan 27, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb

Eggplants or aubergines are good for you, the health benefits that eggplants or aubergines offer make it well-worth adding to your diet. Try this Greek Chicken Recipe.

Jan 18, 2010 - Rachel L. Webb