Darina Allen: Comforting, wholesome food is what we all need right now

This week, there are lots of suggestions for food the entire family will enjoy — a big pot of nourishing goodness to tuck into that will boost our mood and strengthen our immune systems

What a roller coaster of a week for so many parents and teachers. Those who don’t have children embarking on the new school experience can also feel the palpable national anxiety. My heart goes out even more to parents of children with special needs who understandably are even more anxious.

It feels like the whole country is on edge, holding its breath for fear of future Covid-19 surges and subsequent lockdown.