Christmas pud is unthinkable without a topping. Brandy cream, butter, sauce, or ice cream even: a dollop of boozy dairy is what softens and rounds out the dark, brooding flavour of the plum pudding.

Splashing a bit of brandy cream on your pud or dolloping it on a mince pie is just what’s needed to cut through the intensity of the dried fruit. But why buy it? How hard is it to add some brandy to ...

Lots of foods are good. Only one is the product of nature aiming for irresistibility. Honey is food as seduction, nourishment and variety. There are, quite simply, almost as many types of honey as ...

The classic Italian affogato – ice cream doused in a shot of espresso – is a very simple and very fine pudding. Some cooks also add a snifter of brandy or amaretto. This version, which I like to make ...

During his 20 years as a law enforcement officer with the Central Narcotics Bureau, Greg Galistan has “seen the best and ...

LIQUEUR is part of the Christmas tradition and is certain to spike up most gatherings, may it be a family reunion, a party with friends or a work-related dinner. As we feel the holiday high, alcoholic ...

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Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add mushrooms; sauté until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Remove ...

Money-savers are urged to rush as it has limited availability A SAINSBURY’S shopper claims to have found “the best bargain of the year” as a Christmas favourite is slashed to just a penny. The bargain ...