Never mind posh vino, splash out on posh VINEGAR
As the picnic blankets come out again, the chef’s mind turns to the outdoor summer salad. But how to truly impress your rule-of-six friends with a bowl of leaves and sliced cucumber? The answer lies with the dressing, and specifically the vinegar. No longer that modest condiment languishing at the back of the larder, vinegar has had a gourmet makeover. This season’s must-have ingredient comes in ‘small batch’ boutique ranges, aged in barrels, sold with tasting notes like a fine wine, and sometimes with prices to match. ‘People are increasingly fascinated by the fact vinegars can all...
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