Some Fine Food

Culinary Writing

Here, I've collected some wonderfully informative writing on food techniques, whys and hows, as a resource for those searching for clarity in a sea of regurgitation. In particular, I've attempted to prioritise writing with a local or direct familiarity of the subject. All articles have been hand-picked for their expertize and passion for specific food (no automated lists or generated writing here, thank you). Please visit the author's (or publication's) pages to see more of their writing and work, and follow if you enjoy.

  • Cooking by Voicenotes

    Voice notes as repositories of culinary knowledge in South Asia; thinking about the subcontinent’s relationship between cookbooks, and the oral tradition of transmitting recipes.

    Published: May 19, 2025
  • The Ingredient Ratio Bible

    A no-frills, simple list of standard quanties to use when making familar staples at home.

    Published: May 14, 2025
  • Are there any Alternatives to Fresh Coriander?

    We all know the soapy coriander debate, but what alternatives are there for those firmly in the soapy camp?

    Published: November 12, 2024
  • The Rise of the Tomato

    Initially obscure and distrusted in India, tomatoes became a culinary staple due to colonial influence, nutritional science, and economic factors.

    Published: September 19, 2024
  • Tomato Sauces

    How to Italian people feel about how to use soffritto? Are the rules simple, and widely agreed, or is there much nuance?

    Published: July 9, 2024
  • How much do you know about Neapolitan Pizza?

    Exploring authentic Neapolitan pizza: soft dough, simple toppings, wood-fired perfection, and why tradition matters more than regulations.

    Published: February 2, 2024
  • How to Make Tadka

    Tadka is a technique of blooming spices in hot fat to extract and amplify their flavors through heat and chemistry.

    Published: July 17, 2023
  • When Mango Chutney Defined Culinary Appreciation and Appropriation

    Mango chutney, common in British supermarkets, provides an interesting view on the thin line between culinary appreciation and appropriation.

    Published: June 7, 2023