Run your own sandwich and coffee shop

Ever sat at your desk at work wondering what it would be like to run your own sandwich shop? Ever dreamed about the milky foam of a coffee machine and endless mounds of sumptuous sandwich fillings flowing out of your shop? Well that's what happened to Jill Willis three years ago.

Once a very successful PR Manager in central London, Jill decided to give up the suit and throw on an apron. Three years later, Jill and her husband Richard own the very successful Taste Cafe in Romford: "when my husband and I started our own cafe three years ago the up-hill climb we had to make seemed enormous! However, through hard work and determination we have made our business an award winning success"

Not only has Jill set up her very own cafe, she has recently launched her own book titled: 'Start & Run a Sandwich & Coffee Shop'


The Taste Cafe has also made it to the regional finals of 'Sandwich designer of the year 2009', which is taking place on 24 March, where they will be showcasing their very modern 'wild cranberry rosti'. If successful they will make it through to the national finals.

If you want to see what all the fuss is about you can experience the Taste Cafe at 11 Western Road, Romford, Essex.

Visit www.tastesfresh.com to see their latest menu.

Veglopedia

When watching Masterchef you may have found yourself asking: "I know who that John guy is, but who's the fella who makes strange noises every time he eats a desert?". Well, that desert lover is Gregg Wallace, and has been a very successful greengrocer for over 25 years.

To celebrate his love for veg, Gregg has released a vegetable cookbook titled Veg: The Cookbook. This new title takes you on a veggie world tour, and takes and in-depth A-Z look at everything green-fingered.



But don't think that this a just full of vegetable dishes and nothing else. Gregg incorporates fish and meat to compliment his dishes. From Carrot Cake and Red Tomato Chutney to Chilli Con Carne and Samphire and Salmon, Gregg has taken inspiration from some of the world's top chefs to create his veggie packed book.

Gregg also strongly believes in eating seasonally (that means no strawberries in winter!), as it is tastier and cheaper. To help readers he has created a seasonal chart to accompany the vegetables featured.

Veg The Cookbook by Gregg Wallace is available now
Price: £12.99

Buy it now

Want to know if your veg is in season? Visit CUESA to find out more.