All out in the open

The French may have their sauces, the Italians, their pasta and the Spanish their tapas, but if there is one thing the British excel at, it’s the art of eating al fresco - no matter what the weather! Sometimes we don’t even need sunshine, just a glimmer of bright weather will do, and we are perfectly happy to put our coats and scarves on and enjoy eating outside.

We also have plenty of patience when it comes to barbecues. This is absolutely essential. After all, who hasn’t found themselves passing the time gazing out of the window, watching someone huddled over a barbecue in the pouring rain, just willing the food to hurry up and cook? Delia has some good advice on what to pack for a picnic, even if the weather turns inclement on the day, she also shares her thoughts on how to enjoy a barbecue - whatever the weather.
 
Delia’s Perfect Picnic  
Delia on Barbecues  
Tell us about your most memorable meal outside

Water, water, not everywhere…

There are 884 million people in the world who have, literally, no tap water available at all. For these people, the search for water puts them in such great danger; it can cost them their lives. There is still time to donate to Delia’s Appeal to support CAFOD in their work to provide clean water for those without. For every £1 that is donated the Government will match it, so whatever amount - no matter how small - you can spare, will be doubled. 

Donate to support Delia's Appeal 

Strawberry fields forever…

As the British strawberry season begins, it’s good news that there will be 10% more available this year, and despite the recent weather problems the crop is unaffected. However, as little as only 20 years ago, this probably wouldn’t be the case.
A glut of strawberries