"The power of food is really spiritual. It not only brings the whole family together on the same table, but also brings the whole world together." So said Vikas Khanna, the Michelin-starred Indian ......

If I was asked what I'd plant in my garden before anything else, it would be a selection of fresh herbs and then tomatoes. Nothing does it for me quite like fresh herbs. Basil. Dill. Mint. Parsley.......

Capers are a luxury in these parts ... and I love capers. If I'm lucky I may find a small jar in a grocery store in town, but more often, I have to stock up on our infrequent visits to Johannesburg......