Kokova Magazine

Finally I have a day to myself in the office and everything is quiet. After a mad October I can now look ahead to the fun of the festive season that is rushing our way - and the Denbies Chocolate Fair later this month.

We had a few pounds of diced lamb left in the freezer from our bulk shop at the local butchers this month. So, combined with the root vegetables left in the bottom of the basket, we have created a 'no-fuss' lamb stew. Perfect comfort food for the colder nights.

When it comes to having time to cook and sort out healthy lunches I am sure we are all guilty of reaching for a ready-made meal or sandwich just for the speed and convenience. But making lunch needn't be such a chore! Lunch today is a quick cheat garlic chicken salad, mostly made with leftovers.

The prestigious Winter Art & Antiques Fair Olympia returns to London on what is widely believed to be the spookiest day of the year - Halloween! Now celebrating its 26th anniversary, the Fair will showcase diverse pieces from around 100 well known exhibitors including; Anthony Fell, Robin Martin Antiques, The Canon Gallery, Tanya Baxter Contemporary, Jeroen Markies Art Deco, Wakelin & Linfield and The Parker Gallery.

If you are looking for food-focused entertainment, inspiration, shopping and tasting then the BBC Good Food Shows have everything to offer all under one roof! And with eight upcoming shows across the UK, you are guaranteed a destination choice to suit.

Congratulations to our winners: London - Kim King, Debra Shanahan, Janet Ashbolt Glasgow - Alice Matthews, Ethel Mcaulsan, Carole Paton Harrogate - Susan Shaw, Kelly King, Joy Winn