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    South-west Tuscany proves the point that Italians live to eatBy Marianne HeronNames can speak volumes. Cecina, the nearest town to our Tuscan holiday base, is named after a…

    Go beyond the traditional lemon tart and whip up something inspired instead. You do not need a sweet tooth to appreciate this dessert. These quick and easy ricotta and…

    Sugared and deep-fried to perfection, zeppole are deliciously light Italian pastries. They’re often filled with everything from cream to a butter and honey mix, but we’ve kept ours…

    When life hands you lemons… Make this! This lemon tart is wonderfully smooth, creamy and zesty. This is a beautifully flavourful addition to any tea party, and bursting…

    Print Recipe Speculoos biscuits Ingredients 65g butter, at room temperature 65g brown sugar 20ml (1 tbsp + 1 tsp) castor sugar 1 large egg yolk 8ml (1½ tsp) ground cinnamon pinch of salt 60ml (¼ cup) milk infused with one cinnamon stick 125g (¼ cup) cake flour 2ml (½ tsp) bicarbonate of soda Instructions 1

    F&HE travel editor Ingrid Casson shares her highlights of a gourmet journey through Spain, where she encountered both rustic and modern flavours.