Paella is the history of Spain on a plate, so why did aficionados have to start Wikipaella to protect it? In this extract from his new book, Matt Goulding heads for Valencia in search of the perfect dish
From a chef’s tour of Paris to the new Cornish pasty heritage centre, these mouth-watering trips across Europe are worth savouring
Is it worth shelling out more than a tenner for a bottle of festive bubbles?
Aquitaine, in south-west France, is a caviar region to rival the Black Sea – and one local producer is offering enthusiasts a farm tour and tasting
Henry Jeffreys raises a glass to the British pub – and goes in search of volcanic wines
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Sri Lanka is on the brink of a tourism boom with hotel chains rushing to open luxury resorts. But venture off the beaten track a little and you will find deserted shores, natural beauty and little-visited temples