Of all the foods I have tried during my thirty years of existence, nothing comes close to the delights of the mysterious octopus. This mollusc is by far my favourite of all ocean treats. I love it in ceviche with salsa verde, fried as an entrée, roasted with floury potatoes or above all in delicious moist chouriço and red wine rice. It has always been one of the Sunday meals in my parents house.

It’s National Baking Week this week and if like us you’ve over-indulged a little on Cocktail Week and Chocolate Week last week, then why not kick back and bake a few cakes?

Clearly the ladies of the coffee get-togethers in Ireland never intended this name for their recipe but my French friends (my tasting panel) thought the result looked so much like a saucisson that the name stuck.

Farmer-owned chocolate company Divine Chocolate has teamed up with Lily Vanilli, Tom Aikens and Ian Marber for some fabulous chocolate recipes using their new 85% Dark Chocolate bar. Why not have a go at making their creations? It is Chocolate Week after all!

During Chocolate Week (11-17th October) why not join in the chocolate frenzy at home? Have a go at this creamy, smooth, melt in your mouth chocolate mousse recipe using olive oil from specialist Filippo Berio.

Here’s a simple and satisfying recipe for an English tomato consommé. It’s warming, comforting and delicious, plus it’s perfect for a dinner party starter or lazy supper.

The great thing about omelettes is their versatility, almost any filling can be added (sweet or savoury) and they’re good for you too. Check out these egg-cellent British Egg Week recipes!

To celebrate Chocolate Week this year, Young’s have created a mouth-watering recipe using their Double Chocolate Stout. Why not give it a go and let us know what you think?

To celebrate British Cheese Week running from 26th September-4th October, the British Cheese Board have gathered together some of their favourite recipes which use a minimum of one type of British cheese as their main ingredient.

If you’re after seasonal fruit and veg, care about your food miles and want to support the farmers in your region then the From My Farm range might just be for you.