Marie Rayner

We grow a lot of our own soft fruits in our garden . . . tay berries (a cross between a black and rasp berry), raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, gooseberries, strawberries and black currants.

My mother always hated parsnips. She used to tell a story about how, when she was a small child and during a family meal, she had refused to eat or touch the parsnips on her plate.

I think I am becoming more adventurous in my old age when it comes to food. That's probably because I don't have fussy children in the house to please any more.

If you're looking for the perfect summer dessert, these Mixed Berry and Creamy Custard Tarts are everything you want in a warm‑weather treat — crisp, buttery

If you're craving something quick, comforting, and irresistibly cheesy, these Irish Cheese Toasties are about to become your new favorite anytime snack.

There's something wonderfully comforting about a simple, home‑baked muffin, especially one that fills the kitchen with the warm scent of apples and spice.

If you're craving old‑fashioned comfort, this Creamy Baked Chicken is the kind of recipe that never goes out of style.

Some days your cravings tell the whole story — and on this particular day, I found myself wanting two things at once: a big, fresh salad and a perfectly toasted grilled cheese sandwich.

If you're looking for a classic British comfort pudding that comes together quickly and tastes like pure homestyle coziness, this Apple & Blueberry Eve's Pudding is just the thing.

There's something wonderfully comforting about a pot of homemade lentil soup simmering away on the stove, especially when it's brightened with fresh lemon and fragrant dill.