Explainers

Caviar is a delicate hors d’oeuvre and Brigitte Hafner is discriminating in her affections for the decadent victual.

Quality flour is crucial when baking, but for Brigitte Hafner it’s old-fashioned care and skill that ensure fabulous results.

Brigitte Hafner loves cooking with live mud crabs. It’s not for the faint of heart but the rewards are great.

Brigitte Hafner falls for wild leafy greens – some peppery, some bitter, all delicious whether boiled, in pasta or in a pie.

For a special meal, nothing can match duck, writes Brigitte Hafner. And roast or confit, it’s easier to cook than you think.

Now’s the time to head to your farmers’ market for a taste of ripe apples fresh from the orchard, writes Brigitte Hafner.