IT seems that British taste buds are changing. The Daily Mail reports on a survey by herb producer Vitacress which reveals that coriander has overtaken more traditional favourites to become the most popular fresh herb.
More than 30million packs and bunches were sold in the last year as Brits tucked in to 'world' dishes. Parsley came in second, with 23million sales, and basil was third at 19million.
Football Diary
by Patrick O’Connor
THE main football programme may be over in England but there is still plenty of going on, what with cup finals, promotion play-offs and, of course, the forthcoming World Cup.
It’s been a crazy few days if you are a Leicester City fan. They were promoted from League One at the end of the 2008-9 season and continued their fine form throughout last year, finishing in the Championship play-offs.
Fireworks, champagne and Auld Lang Syne… there's no better place to celebrate the New Year than Britain. Wherever you find yourself on New Year's Eve, you'll never be far from a party.