The Goldfinch, by Donna Tartt

Winner of the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt is a brilliant epic novel

The Pedant in the Kitchen, by Julian Barnes

A collection of essays from Julian Barnes on the intersection of pedantry and cookery.

Gilead, by Marilynne Robinson

Gilead, set in rural America in 1956, is a rare gem of a novel, exuding gravitas.

Joseph: The Dreams of Youth (Genesis 37:1-11)

What does the story of Joseph have to teach us about how (not) to handle our dreams? (mp3)

Rods, stones and cash registers: a Pauline soundtrack

Rupert Everett on the ministry of the Apostle Paul.

Red Onion Focaccia

A recipe for roasted red onion focaccia

FATUM

For him, it is the beginning. For her, it is the end.

Cinnamon and Blackberry Cake

A recipe from Dan Lepard for a wholemeal cinnamon and blackberry cake.

Pain Rustique

A great recipe for a white sourdough hybrid loaf

Travelodge and the Scapegoat of Multiculturalism

On Travelodge, Gideon Bibles, and an ill-advised appeal to Multiculturalism.