Laura Pope

LAURA POPE has worked as a private chef to clients in the UK and abroad. She has also cooked in some very wonderful establishments worldwide — from a boutique hotel in southwest France to the restaurants Chez Panisse in California and Ottolenghi in London. Laura holds regular cookery classes in Dorset, UK, where she lives. View Laura’s site (and if you’re in the area, attend a class!).

Cider press

Cider, crumble, and what roast pork loves

There are mass-produced ciders on the market, usually packed full of added sugar and additives, but we were only interested in the artisanal drink — made with love and care, a great deal of back-breaking work and no small amount of skill.

October 1, 2025