Kokova Magazine

Chocolatier Lisa Marley launches 'The Great Chocolate Bake' The spotlight is being turned on talented home bakers this Autumn with a huge celebration of chocolate creations, lead by renowned chocolatier and baker Lisa Marley. Britain's biggest and best loved baking brand, Dr. Oetker has commissioned Lisa to create a range of exclusive recipes for 'The Great Chocolate Bake' - inspiring the nation to push the boundaries of baking with chocolate. UK bakers who enter their most creative chocolate cupcake will be in with the chance of winning a trip for two to New York City - the home of the cupcake.

Want to meet celebrity chef and Vietnamese food ambassador Luke Nguyen? Or learn the secret technique of rolling those immensely popular Banh Mi 11 spring rolls? How do you tell the difference between Thai and Italian basil? Where can you eat chilli crab in London? And is Bicol Express from the Philippines a mode of transport, or a notoriously spicy pork stew?

Laurence O'Bryan, author of the acclaimed The Istanbul Puzzle, was inspired to begin his novel series in Istanbul as his wife Zeynep hails from the city. Over the past 15 years Laurence has fallen in love with the mysterious qualities of the city and frequently cooks the cuisine that evokes trips to Istanbul. Laurence is now sharing his recipe for traditional Minced Lamb & Spinach Gozleme - a dish which is traditionally served as a delicious savoury breakfast in Turkey.

Perfectly timed for National Chocolate Week (14th - 20th October 2013), The East India Company is launching a delicious and exciting new range of chocolates. From spice infused ganaches and fruit infused caramels to a delectable milk and dark truffle selection, the range takes inspiration from its early voyages, to create a truly unique and decadent chocolate experience.

The 9th International London Tattoo Convention brings together a collection of some of the best tattoo artists that the world has to offer, showcasing the variety and personal styles that make tattoos such an individual choice in, what seems to some, a mass collective.

Anna von Bertele is a wine expert at Roberson Wine. She has worked in the industry for two years since being converted on a cycling holiday around the vineyards of Argentina and has a particular interest in New World wines.