Denise Smart's Meal in a Mug, which features easy recipes like a pancetta and dolcelatte risotto (above). The modern way to cook for one, or just an ingenious way to dish up mini portions of food ...

It’s winter, we’re all cold, and (most of us) need several hot drinks to get us through the day. So we want big mugs – mugs that hold huge servings of coffee, hot chocolate, and tea. Step ...

To make the classic dark hot chocolate, bring 500ml/18fl oz water, the sugar and cocoa powder to a simmer for 2 minutes, then take the pan off the heat and add the chocolate, whisking well.