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Vitreous Enamel - Enamelling through history

The word "vitreous" comes from the Latin word for glass. Vitreous enamel is a type of coating that can be applied to almost any surface. It has been widely used...

Vitreous Enamel - Enamelling through history

The word "vitreous" comes from the Latin word for glass. Vitreous enamel is a type of coating that can be applied to almost any surface. It has been widely used...

Spanish Chorizo sausage on a BBQ grill

How to Impress with One Simple Ingredient - Cho...

How to Impress with One Simple Ingredient - Chorizo Whether you’re cooking for one or ten, a dinner party is nerve-wracking. You want to serve something your guests will enjoy...

How to Impress with One Simple Ingredient - Cho...

How to Impress with One Simple Ingredient - Chorizo Whether you’re cooking for one or ten, a dinner party is nerve-wracking. You want to serve something your guests will enjoy...

Portuguese tiles on a wall in the traditional azulejo style typical of Portugal

The Story of Portugal's Most Iconic Tile: The A...

Prior to Portuguese independence in 1910, the Azulejos served as a form of currency for the country and its people. They were often used for decorating homes and depicted religious...

The Story of Portugal's Most Iconic Tile: The A...

Prior to Portuguese independence in 1910, the Azulejos served as a form of currency for the country and its people. They were often used for decorating homes and depicted religious...

Raposeira, Portugal

The difference between terracotta pottery & cer...

In my travels sourcing Portuguese ceramics and pottery, I’ve often wondered about the difference between ‘pottery’ and ‘ceramics’. In actual fact, there is a difference which I have only recently discovered

The difference between terracotta pottery & cer...

In my travels sourcing Portuguese ceramics and pottery, I’ve often wondered about the difference between ‘pottery’ and ‘ceramics’. In actual fact, there is a difference which I have only recently discovered

How to make the perfect graze board

How to make the perfect graze board

Charcuterie or graze boards are the latest 'graze craze' in 2021 despite being around since Roman times. With more people working remotely, there is less time idling spent in coffee...

How to make the perfect graze board

Charcuterie or graze boards are the latest 'graze craze' in 2021 despite being around since Roman times. With more people working remotely, there is less time idling spent in coffee...

Clams are food that kids could love

Clams are food that kids could love

Clams have always been a big feature at our family table, but with my kids now embroiled in foodie fervour, meal times became even more engaging. When asked what their...

Clams are food that kids could love

Clams have always been a big feature at our family table, but with my kids now embroiled in foodie fervour, meal times became even more engaging. When asked what their...