A feast like no other
STRESSED over christmas menu planning? Imagine the intense pressure that chefs go through to create the most lavish dos. epicure got six top chefs in the industry to dish about the MOST memorable parties that they have cooked for.
Ingrained in the culture
Rice cultivation takes on a whole new level of respect and pride in Japan, where different regions emphasise the unique tastes of their grains.
Royal revelry
Deepavali culminates in a gala dinner at Shahi Maharani with the culinary celebration in full force. Think curries, breads, desserts and live stations featuring kebabs and biryani.
Coming out of its shell
To bring out the sweet flesh of the tubular bamboo clam, pair it with spicy sauces and avoid citrusy, acidic juices, says executive chef Eric Neo of InterContinental Singapore.
Root formulas
Chef Immanuel Tee shows why the seldom-lauded vegetable of parsnip is worth revisiting.
Four legs good
Nicknamed a ‘walking olive tree’, the ibérico pig has a high level of healthy fatty acid that is known to lower cholesterol. Chef David Senia shows how to make the most of this porker beyond its usual offering as jamón.
Potent healer
With its therapeutic qualities, herbaceous character and compatibility with most sauces, is it any wonder why oregano is such an indispensable herb for the home cook?
Red alert
Apart from using rhubarb in desserts, chef Yew Eng Tong turns these reddish, celery-like plants into purées and jams to pair with fatty meats.
Mapping out the flavours of Thailand
The cuisine from the Land of Smiles is more than just pad thai noodles and tom yum soups. We explore the regional delights.