Olive Magazine

At olive we believe you can eat imaginatively and well without spending a fortune. Every month we aim to inspire food lovers to cook new dishes, but it's not all about cooking at home. The magazine has three main sections, eat in, eat out, eat away so you'll also find great value restaurants, top recommendations and tips from around the world. In every issue: 100+ easy, stylish recipes all triple tested, 7 meals for under £35, great value restaurants, bargain travel ideas

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bringing you the best

THE HOT LIST • Our trends expert shares a fully-loaded Mexican soup recipe, culinary hotspots in Swansea and top-notch cookware from a family-owned brand

KITCHEN SHELF • Our pick of the month’s best food and drink products

cook • Plenty of fresh ideas for the new year, from comforting Chinese family dishes to quick-win suppers and recipes packed with goodness for a healthier, happier you

ON THE COVER • This spicy peanut sauce will perk up any noodle, veg and protein combo – it works with everything!

COOK IN SEASON • Make the most of mackerel, venison, turnips and lemons this month

A TASTE OF HOME • Try Angela Hui’s comforting recipes, inspired by memories of her childhood and family Chinese takeaway

3 WAYS WITH KEFIR • This gut-friendly ingredient brings a tangy tartness to recipes

EASY WINS SPICED COCONUT CHICKEN TRAYBAKE • Whip up a comforting one-pan meal packed with warm spices

Find your resolve • Delicious resolution solutions for a happy and healthy new year

discover • Why you should head to Northumberland for your next foodie adventure, relaxing retreats to help you unwind, plus the famed culinary traditions of Nova Scotia and the Balkans

the Olive guide to Northumberland • England’s northernmost county is a culinary treasure trove, from Michelin-starred restaurants to remote and cosy inns

BOLTHOLE BREAKS Relaxing retreats • Rejuvenate and unwind at these stylish rural hotels, from a Swiss mountain escape to a French lakeside retreat and a Cotswolds spa getaway

MAKE A RESERVATION • Start the new year the right way and book yourself a table at one of these special spots

PRO VS PUNTERLEYDI • Critic KS Tong and an Olive reader compare notes on this Istanbul-inspired restaurant in London’s Farringdon

THE MEASURE • Leap into 2025 with a non-alcoholic spritz, the latest drinks to try and must-visit whisky bars

WINE 101 with Kate Hawkings • Our expert explores the world-class wines of Sonoma County, California, in part 15 of her essential guide

10 THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT Nova Scotia • Chefs Bill Osborne and Malcolm Campbell from Halifax’s Mystic restaurant share what makes the food culture of this Atlantic Canadian province so special

COOK LIKE A LOCAL The Balkans • Immerse yourself in the flavours of this diverse region with its multi-layered cuisines

KITCHEN HAVEN Space to gather • Chef and cookbook author Theo Randall shows us around his modern, uncluttered kitchen, designed for socialising

Get the look... • Inspired by Theo’s kitchen? Here’s how to create a similar look.

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BRILLIANT BAKES • Make these oat bars for an easy breakfast on-the-go