Food

Don’t be put off if you haven’t used polenta before. It’s quicker and easier than mash and this bowl of comforting goodness topped with buttery British asparagus is on the table in 20 minutes.

The Talbot is an emblem of Malton’s culinary status and its breezy new look is for the most part a success, writes Jill Turton. Pictures by Bruce Rollinson.

Griddled salmon on a bed of broccoli, shallot and chilli stir fry – very tasty and easy to prepare, the sweetness of the shallots complimenting the hot and crunchy broccoli, perfect for a Mother’s Day supper.

With Pancake Day fast approaching, champion diver Tom Daley has collaborated with British Lion Eggs to create a lovely banana and blueberry pancakes recipe

The Box Tree in Ilkley has renewed focus after losing its star, and Elaine Lemm was wowed by the food under its new head chef.

You might not know it but we are currently in the middle of the British Dal Festival. To celebrate all things pulses why not try this recipe for Sultani Dal, a classic Indian dish, that goes as well with hot chapatis as it does with plain boiled rice.

The Inn at South Stainley is a pleasant gastropub, without quite firing on all cylinders, writes Jill Turton. Pictures by Gary Longbottom.

These tasty macarons are a perfect special treat for Valentine’s Day or Mother's Day.

Tuesday is Chinese New Year and so we thought we’d give you something Oriental to try at home. It might be the year of the pig but this is a recipe for Steamed salmon in ginger and spring onion sauce.

The story behind Prashad is worthy of a Bollywood movie, writes Amanda Wragg, and the food is sprinkled with stardust too. Pictures Bruce Rollinson.