SOS Meals
After the death of my beloved dog, I’m thinking a lot about the role food plays in all of life’s big events – be they happy or sad

TL;DR
- Food plays a crucial role in both happy and sad life events, serving as a practical help and a token of affection.
- High-energy foods, packed with good ingredients, are ideal for times of stress when one-handed eating is necessary.
- Home-cooked meals, like curries or pies, offer comfort and make recipients feel looked after, especially when prepared in advance and frozen.
- The author shares personal experiences, including a satisfying meal at a Persian restaurant and advice on storing apples before they go out of season.
- Observations are made about on-set catering for a TV show, and an update is provided on the availability of hot-smoked herring as an alternative to mackerel.