Oliver Prescott

The strong scent of cinnamon, cloves, and pepper in your spice rack is more than just a nice smell. It reminds us of how the spice trade has shaped global history. For centuries, spices were among the most valuable goods. They helped create trade routes, inspired exploration, and even caused wars. From the ancient spice Read More

Food is more than sustenance—it is memory, migration, and meaning. Every meal tells a story. It’s not just about ingredients or recipes. It also reflects trade, conquest, and cultural exchange. Colonial influence on food has changed what people grow, cook, and eat across continents and centuries. This impact is often complex and sometimes painful. Food Read More

The tasting menu is a star in the realm of luxury dining. It invites food enthusiasts to savour a chef’s creative flair through a curated collection of small, sumptuous bites. Once a straightforward lineup of dishes, it unfolds into a multi-sensory feast. Here, flavours, dance, texture, surprises, and presentations dazzle in a theatrical showcase of Read More

And making fresh pasta from scratch is a superb culinary experience that associates the taste of the original Italian food with your place. Homemade pasta has a better texture and flavour than store-bought pasta and can be adjusted to your tastes. Be it silky strands of tagliatelle, delicate sheets of ravioli or traditional spaghetti, mastering fresh pasta dough Read More

Nothing matches the smoky smell and deep flavour of food cooked over an open fire or smouldering coals. From perfectly grilled steaks to flame-kissed vegetables and low-and-slow BBQ, mastering these techniques will open up your kitchen to new possibilities. But open fire and charcoal cooking is more than just sparking a flame. To hit restaurant-grade results, you must know Read More

Festivals are among the most joyful and colourful expressions of culture. They bring communities together in celebration, often centred around food that reflects centuries-old traditions. While many associate celebratory dishes with meat-heavy feasts, a rich world of vegan cultural dishes exists—particularly during religious, seasonal, or spiritual events that promote plant-based eating. From South Asia to Read More