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Whether you’re spending more time in the kitchen at the moment or need fresh ideas for what to throw on the BBQ this weekend, help is here. From classics that have stood the test of time to recent hits focused on curries, Japanese dishes and speedy suppers, here are 12 essential cookbooks.

Once upon a time, non-alcoholic beer meant mass-produced metallic lagers that fooled no one. Now smaller producers have found ways to lower the strength but capture the taste of the good stuff. Rob Fink, founder of Big Drop Brewing Co, told us how they’ve done it – and why a new generation of alcohol-free pale ales, stouts and more are perfect for weekdays at home.

After more than 30 years as a wine expert, Matthew Jukes’s entry into the world of non-alcoholic drinks may come as a bit of a surprise. But with more people looking to cut down on booze, the demand for healthier options has never been higher. Enter Jukes Cordialities and its luxe take on non-alcoholic wine. Here, Matthew tells us why his new brand solves the age-old problem of what to drink when you’re not drinking…

Lockdown might be lifting slightly, but most of us are going to be spending more time at home for a while longer. Because there’s only so much daytime television one man can take, we’ve pulled together our pick of the best online courses. This isn’t about enhancing your CV – these are classes that can add some structure to your week and give you a pick-me-up project to stave off any cabin fever. From cracking cryptic crosswords to mastering wine, here are nine ways to use your spare time wisely…

According to recent statistics, up to 40% of British adults snore when they sleep. If you’re keeping yourself, your partner or the family in the house next door awake at night, it could be worth trying one of these tried-and-tested solutions. From the app that teaches you to breathe better to the supplement that promises to clear your airways, they all deserve a shot…

An easy hack when it comes to speedy suppers, tortilla wraps can inject Mexican fire into any number of meals, says food writer and SL contributor Chloe Scott-Moncrieff. From a South-American tostada, to a creative sweet treat, here are three to try…

Missing those long, easy nights in Soho House? Whether you’re a member or not, recreate some of the ambiance with these recipes for three of the group’s classic cocktails. Here are the Negroni, the Picante and the Eastern Standard – just remember, no suits…

With over 40 employees and myriad high profile clients, Tash and Jack Durling – founders of travel, events and lifestyle agency Total Management Group (TMG) – hardly had spare time on their hands when lockdown hit. That said, entrepreneurial flair and creative spark rarely take a day off. Combine this with a love for cocktails and the desire to do something good, and Lockdown Liquor & Co was born. If you're in the market for a treat, or you know someone in need of one, look no further. This is one of the most satisfying ways to spend £25 on a night in right now...

Whether you’re keen for a new way to exercise or are rethinking your commute when life gets going, cycling has never been more popular. From triathlon-ready designs to endurance-testing mountain bikes, here is what to think about and the two-wheelers to consider.

Want to know what those numbers on the side of sunscreen bottles actually mean? And why SPF isn’t just for summer holidays? SLMan asked Lesley Reynolds – cosmeceuticals expert and founder of The Harley Street Skin Clinic – to answer these questions and more...

Jason Atherton started out working under some of the greats, including Pierre Koffmann and Marco Pierre White, before joining Gordon Ramsay in 2001. He launched Pollen Street Social in 2010 and now has 18 restaurants and bars around the world, four of which hold Michelin stars. Here, he tells us what he’s cooking in lockdown, his most memorable meal and where he is heading when restaurants reopen…

It’s a bank holiday week, so we asked some of our favourite chefs for their best BBQ recipes. From Indian lamb chops and veggie hot dogs to Tom Aikens’ ultimate BBQ sauce, here are 12 ways to raise your BBQ bar this weekend.