Chanelle Georgina

Chef Lucas Sin recommends boiling mushrooms in water rather than cooking them directly in butter or oil. The mushrooms should simmer for at least 15 minutes with seasoning until the water evaporates, concentrating their natural flavour into a rich broth. Oil is added only afterward to create a caramelised crust, a method that can be used for shiitake, portobello and oyster mushrooms.

Jeremy Vine’s long‑standing affection for Sidmouth, a coastal town in Devon featured in his murder mystery novel, is traced back to visits to his future in‑laws and continued annual family holidays. He describes the town’s mix of charm, realism and dramatic coastline, noting its excellent water quality and distinctive beach. The area remains a meaningful retreat for his family and an inspiration for his writing.