Culinary creativity
Noodles are recorded to have been consumed in China thousands of years before they were Italy. From early published manuscripts on Marco Polos travels from more
Category Archives: Food & Drink
Hail kale
Kale has increased in popularity over the last few years with consumers and catering outlets, mainly due to its health and nutrition benefits and the more
Win a WAKIKI.CO.UK dinner party!
How about winning a dinner party for 8 people in the comfort of one’s own home? Yes, indeed! WAKIKI.CO.UK is offering the opportunity for one lucky more
Sizzling flavors of the Afro-Caribbean
They are indeed all about proper soul food. Brothers of West African descent and the founders of WAKIKI, Fuad and Timi Animashaun are keen to more
From the tropical wildness
Aloe vera is a plant which grows wild in tropical climates all over the world. It seems to be a plant used historically in various more
Green magic
Matcha, a finely ground green tea, it has been enjoyed by the Japanese for centuries. It originates from the Camellia sinensis plant, where English tea, more
Mosaic of flavours
Every year on October 1st, World Vegetarian Day kicks off a month of parties, potlucks, presentations, food tasting displays and festivities. For those new to vegetarianism, more
The wiener takes it all
This weekend, the fourth annual Chicago Hot Dog Festival aims to take place in Lincoln Park, Chicago, where local vendors such as Byron’s Hot dogs, more
Essential economic role
The total UK coffee shop market is estimated at 16,501 outlets and continues to show strong sales growth of 6.4 percent on last year, with more
Tasting the difference in culture
Impressive skylines, crowded streets and unimaginable variety; these are just three things that may be found in New York City. Home to just under 9 more
Fairy cake delights
By Anna Salmon, aged 7 years old I like baking because it’s a very laid-back thing – you can just get on with it! If you more
A savoury new ideal
Sea salt, produced by the evaporation of sea water bespeaks of a more natural state. While far from aiding the sodium content within the body, and more
The saccharine truth
Native to the tropical regions of Asia, sugarcane has fast become one of the healthiest options to include in the diet due to its sweet, more
A cultural quirk
From as early as the Neolithic period, alcohol has been present in the lives of civilisation and from then onwards, a rather quickly ascribed commodity. more
An evolving menu
Since the 1950s, the fast food industry, such as chain restaurants including McDonalds, Burger King and KFC, has proliferated across the world, becoming a $660.5 more
Tozi reinvigorates the scene
London’s Victoria Station and its environs have been a of a hidden identity in terms of “haute cuisine”; with highlights meaning one has to walk more
A great British tradition
Since it first aired in 2010, The Great British Bake Off has reached its peak of 9.1 million viewers, won a BAFTA and gained the more
The timeless treat
From celebratory gift items to comforting hot drinks, chocolate has been known as a valued confectionery whether it is wrapped in colourful foil or liquefied more
A sociable affair
Coffee culture has grown to become a metropolitan luxury that many may thrive on. From big scale stores to those smaller, unique and quirky social more
A super-food medicine
Scaling the terrains of South-East Asia, the root, turmeric (or haldi), has been used in pastes, desserts, dishes and juices. Hailed as a super-food, turmeric more
A sweet sip of summer
The tang of fresh mint garnished over the surface of a fruity cocktail compliments the heat of the sun, a sip of sweet iced tea, more
British food philosophy
The Prime Minister has announced that from 2017, all of central government will commit to buying fresh, locally sourced, seasonal food, so that all food more
Zero-waste comes to Brighton
With twelve years fine dining experience from all over the world, Douglas McMaster, has returned to the UK hoping to change the way restaurants source, more
A classic twist
London is a hive of ever-changing food trends. Food fashions which have swept over other epicentres of gastronomic relevance will eventually make their way to more
Tasty menu on the streets
The London food scene really comes alive in the summer; restaurants tout a more colourful and bountiful larder to play with, and the story on more
Putting a Ping in cooking
BBC’s MasterChef needs little introduction. Originally airing in 1990 (though with several short hiatuses in between) this cookery competition has entertained foodies for years with more
Blending the seasons
Post-war Britain’s rationing habits combined with the rise of the self-service supermarket have cemented their involvement in the construction of our eating behaviours. Green-grocers stocked more
The taste of sun and surf
Cultural cross-pollination has lead to many great dishes over the course of culinary history. The chicken tikka masala beloved by this nation was first invented more
Southern comfort
Sometimes, the best things in life are simple. The city of London is still feeling the effects of the molecular gastronomy trend; for every Heston more
A bite to eat
In the summer of 2013, a monumental landmark was achieved in culinary history. A lab-grown burger, that had cost over £150,000 to produce and 2 more
The ice age
The freezer is a modern miracle. Go back even a hundred years and the idea of a home-based way to keep many foods fresh for more
The cycle of life
With the impending trial of Paul May, the man who has faced charges for taking food out of supermarket bins, Freeganism and food management have more
Salvation in noodles
London’s embrace of multiculturalism has long since been recognized as one of the capital’s most admirable traits. It has already been the subject of countless more
An enchanted eatery
Knowledge and precision has always been the cornerstone of professional cookery. Much like a wine connoisseur can learn how to detect the hint of some more
Appiness in store for ethical consumers
The rise of the ethical consumer has been one of the biggest trends to emerge over the past 20 years. It’s in the food industry more
The raw truth
The word “cooking” is one of those linguistic ambiguities that cause so much discussion between the amateur and the enthusiast. Like so many other words more
Another man’s treasure
Next month, a man stands trial after the CPS ruled which pressing charges was very much in the public’s interest. Why is he in this more
Why mock the mocktail?
Young 20-somethings gathered around a trendy rooftop bar, the setting of the summer sun over London’s skyline, the drinks flowing and the atmosphere growing. It’s more
Insect menu
The people of London may be renowned for their ability to adapt and accept in the face of change. The culinary scene seems to be more
The milky miracle
Cheese. From the iconic Wallace and Gromit series to the comforting cheddar and tomato sarnies which may find their way into every picnic basket, Britain more
The Ginger Pig
A few years ago, maybe only a handful of people had heard of Ginger Pig. Now, having them appear on ones table, menu or supplier more
Food & drink roundup 17th-23rd December
Gingerbread biscotti with almonds and nutmeg, wrapped in shiny film and sealed with a kiss of ribbon. Enormous mugs of indulgent salted caramel hot chocolate, more
Cinnamon and spice and all things nice
Christmas is perhaps the holiday which most sums up the spirit of London. A time of thanks and celebration which unites people of different colors, more
Food and Drink weekly roundup: 3rd-9th December
As the festive season draws close, London is once again beginning its annual transformation into winter wonderland. This week marks the final few moments before more
Weekly food & drink round-up: 2nd October 2013
For one week only, food is taking a back seat in London as all eyes turn to what’s in our glasses. Prepare your milk thistle, more
Weekly food & drink round-Up: 25th September 2013
It’s a big week for street food. Among all the talk of London’s amazing traders and innovative dishes, we’ve never been put to the test more
Weekly Food & Drink Round-Up: 18th September 2013
While London’s food scene may be vibrant, here is a “tasty” week to start The Positive’s regular Weekly Food & Drink Round-Up. In addition to the more
Amazing food, great entertainment and diverse culture is the main delicacy of Barcelona
The capital of Catalonia is a very popular destination among British people because of the diverse opportunities which Barcelona offers. With an array of different more
Gino D’Acampo launches pasta on the move
Delicious handmade pasta dishes have come to London’s Fleet Street in the form of ‘cuisine on the move’. Gino D’Acampo has launched his awesome My more
Our Wurst is Ze Best – allegedly
Herman ze German is calling all “wurstli” lovers to come and visit its authentic small restaurant based in Soho and try its delicious sausages. The more
