The actor on an electrifying production at the Old Vic, her favourite TV show since Succession and one of the best plates of spaghetti she’s ever had
‘The insults and screaming took their toll’: the worst time of my life as a chef
In this extract from her memoir, A Woman’s Place Is in the Kitchen, top chef Sally Abé recalls the job she had to quit
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‘My favourite book of the year so far’: the best Australian books out in May
Each month Guardian Australia editors and critics pick the upcoming titles they have already devoured – or can’t wait to get their hands on
April 2024
Right up your street: favourite local shops in the UK, chosen by chefs and food writers
Sticky aubergine tart, sea bass with pistachio pesto, baklava cheesecake – Greekish recipes by Georgina Hayden
February 2024
The indescribable scent of feijoa – the exotic fruit that became the smell of New Zealand childhood
Inspired by her own personal obsession, award-winning journalist and author Kate Evans dives into the unique charm of the feijoa
30 things we love in the world of food, 2024
Celebration doughnuts and an elite cheese snack, tiny drinks and hyper-regional Malaysian food, decision-free dining and dessert trolleys – these are the Observer Food Monthly’s favourite people, places and things for the year
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‘Poetic’, ‘fearless’, ‘a creative triumph’: the best Australian books out in February
Each month Guardian Australia editors and critics pick the upcoming titles they have already devoured – or can’t wait to get their hands on
January 2024
Rachel Cooke on food
Can’t face yet another menu offering charred hispi? This 50-year-old cookbook will help
Rachel Cooke
Even at its most old-fashioned, Jane Grigson’s English Food is still bulging with exciting recipes. The perfect antidote to these jaded times
December 2023
From a deep dive into Chinese cuisine to a celebration of cakes: Observer Food Monthly’s books of 2023
Ten titles to buy for adventurous eaters, gardeners or committed cooks. In no particular order, here’s OFM’s pick of the year
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Stuffed: A History of Good Food and Hard Times in Britain review – a peach of a read
Pen Vogler’s second history of British food lives up to its title with a banquet of fascinating titbits, deep research and intellectual nourishment
Best books of 2023
Five of the best food books 2023
From life-changing recipes to a Caribbean journey: five mouthwatering favourites
November 2023
Restaurateur and author Russell Norman dies aged 57
Book of the day
Stuffed by Pen Vogler review – tasting history
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‘A book the world needs now’, ‘tender’ and ‘profound’: the best Australian books out in November
From compressed yeast to cream cheese and cornflakes: one man’s search for the world’s greatest sandwich
October 2023
Comfort Eating by Grace Dent review – private passions
The restaurant critic’s exploration of the delicious things we snack on is shot through with nostalgia for childhood, family and home
September 2023
Madhur Jaffrey: ‘Cookery might just be as serious as anything I’ve done in my life’
Now 90, and with a 40th anniversary edition of Indian Cookery imminent, the actor and culinary trailblazer is making peace with the twin tracks of her life
University Guide 2024
Fried rice, omelettes and pasta: cooking skills to learn before uni
A little practice – and having a few easy recipes up your sleeve - is the best way to ace it in the kitchen
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‘Lyrical’, ‘weird’, ‘delicious fun’: the best Australian books out in September
Each month, Guardian Australia editors and critics pick the upcoming titles they have already devoured – or can’t wait to get their hands on
