Weekly 5 June

Ellie Smith & Parm Bhamra
June 05, 2026

Dear Reader,

Cultural myths have such power. I'd passively assumed that brown eggs would – by dint of being brown – be healthier than white. When it comes to food, white signifies ultra processed, bland, stripped of nutrients: Mother's Pride sliced bread, white pasta, white rice etc... Well, this week I was amazed to discover that it makes absolutely no difference at all whether your egg shell is white or brown when it comes to health; however, when it comes to sustainability, the brown egg is the culprit. This week, Sainsbury's pledged to sell only white eggs in its own brand range as part of its net zero strategy, reporting that it has a 12.7 percent smaller carbon footprint than brown. I'm sure there are other myths out there that need busting. If you can think of any, let me know.

Lucy Cleland
Editorial Director

Staying In

LISTEN: The Story In Colour Podcast

Did you know we have access to more than 16 million digital colours? Meanwhile modern chemistry can produce pigments for every hue imaginable. If you love to listen to a new podcast while you do a spot of weekend cleaning, we have a bright new addition to your queue: The National Gallery’s Stories in Colour podcast, which is back for a second series. Exploring the hidden histories woven into colour from antiquity to the present day, it’s a truly enlightening listen. Series 2’s first episode delves into synesthesia, while episode 2 is all about ultramarine – a pigment that was once more expensive than gold. Coming up in series 2, we can expect conversations about lurid oranges and yellows, 19th century mauve madness, forgotten women and more. And if you’re a new listener, delve into the archive: there are discussions about snails, rainbows, toxic greens, and a whopping three-part miniseries about gold’s role throughout history. New episodes every Wednesday on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

WATCH: Cape Fear

No, not the 1991 film directed by Martin Scorsese, nor the 1962 film directed by J. Lee. A third adaptation of John D. MacDonald’s 1957 southern gothic The Executioners begins today on Apple TV, with a two-episode drop – and it’s a seriously nail-biting watch. Robert De Niro passes the baton to Javier Bardem as Max Cady, the psychopathic rapist who terrorises married couple Tom (Patrick Wilson) and Anna Bowden (Amy Adams), two attorneys who played a role in putting him behind bars 17 years ago. Now exonerated with a greater knowledge of the law, it’s time for Cady to enact his law-evading revenge. Unforgettable images stick to the brain from the 1991 version: Cady’s heavily tattooed body, his predatory theatre monologues, his religious fanaticism. Stretched over 10 hours, we can expect even more harrowing twists in this version. Two episodes streaming now with new episodes on Fridays on Apple TV.

MAKE: The Palomar’s Lamb Chops

The Palomar in Soho has stood as one of London’s top Middle Eastern restaurants for over 20 years. Here, we share one of its best-loved recipes: ras el hanout lamb cutlets with wild garlic and smoked labneh.

Ingredients:

4 lamb chops
2 medium courgettes, sliced lengthways
2 tbsp wild garlic oil (or extra virgin olive oil)
Small handful mint leaves
Small handful dill sprigs
1 tbsp black olives, finely chopped
Lemon juice, to finish
Flaky sea salt

For the smoked labneh

150g labneh or thick Greek yoghurt
A pinch of smoked salt (or smoked oil)

For the brown butter

50g butter
1 tsp biber
1 tsp lemon juice
Pinch of sea salt

For the marinade

1 tbsp ras el hanout mix
1½ tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1 tsp flaky sea salt
3 tbsp neutral oil

Method:

Begin by marinating the lamb. In a bowl, combine the ras el hanout, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic, salt and oil. Rub the mixture generously over the lamb chops and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
To make the smoked labneh, stir a pinch of smoked salt through the labneh and chill until needed.
For the wild garlic oil, blend the wild garlic leaves with the oil until vivid green and smooth, then strain through a fine sieve or muslin cloth. If wild garlic is out of season, a good-quality olive oil works well.
Gently brown the butter in a saucepan until nutty and amber in colour. Remove from the heat and stir through the isot biber, lemon juice and salt.
Heat a griddle pan until very hot. Grill the courgettes then allow to cool slightly- mix with olives, herbs, wild garlic oil and lemon juice.
Cook the lamb chops for 2–3 minutes on each side for medium, depending on thickness. Baste the lamb chops while cooking with the isot butter. Rest before serving.
Spoon the smoked labneh onto a serving plate and arrange the lamb chops over the top. Add the grilled courgettes, then drizzle generously with the warm brown butter. Finish with mint, dill, chopped olives and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Going Out

VISIT: Treasure House Fair

C&TH Partnership

From Galileo’s first drawing of the Moon and the photo of Earth captured aboard Apollo 8, to a 400,000-year-old woolly rhinoceros’ leg and Marie Antoinette’s dog bed, Treasure House Fair returns this summer with a trove of whimsical curiosities and invaluable antiquities. From 24 to 30 June, 60 galleries – from distinguished newcomers to established dealers – will convene at the Royal Hospital Chelsea to showcase their exceptional panorama of collectables. Amidst the Renaissance jewels, the Picassos and the Hockneys, this year’s highlights include the Sculpture Walk, a display of contemporary British women artists, and a new exhibition celebrating 90 years of British surrealism with rarely-seen works from Southampton City Art Gallery. Book now at treasurehousefair.com

ATTEND: Chestertons Polo in the Park

No need to be a hardcore polo fan to enjoy Chestertons Polo In The Park. The three-day event sees six teams from all over the world competing across a series of short matches in Hurlingham Park, but there’s plenty to get involved with alongside the sport. Ladies Day is the most glamorous part of the weekend, when fashion takes centre stage, while Finals Day on Sunday features a lively end-of-festival party. Between matches, guests can sample food from pop-up vendors and sip champagne in gardens – with many hospitality packages offering premium views and all-day dining. 5 – 7 June 2026, polointheparklondon.com

TRY: Anya Hindmarch’s Quirky Ice Cream Pop-Up

London’s wackiest ice cream spot is back for the summer, popping up at Anya Hindmarch’s Village in Chelsea for its fifth edition. Forget your classic chocolate and vanilla: at The Ice Cream Project, scoops are inspired by pantry items, vintage drinks and condiments, and this year’s menu is suitably unusual. Flavours include sweetcorn, golden syrup studded with chunks of Yorkshire pudding, stock cubes and even toothpaste… but don’t knock them until you’ve tried them. If that all sounds a bit left-field for your palate, stay in more familiar territory with the Walker’s Shortbread, which sees vanilla ice cream stirred with crumbs of shortbread fingers, or the Illy Coffee made with Arabica coffee beans and Devonshire cream. Feeling brave? Head to the Anya Cafe next door for a blind tasting of all 15 flavours. Until 16 August, anyahindmarch.com

Staying in Forever…

Property Of The Week

The second largest home in Oxfordshire, eagle-eyed readers may recognise Kirtlington Park House from our February 2020 cover shoot with actor Max Irons. But it seems we aren’t the manor’s only fans. Rumour has it that Elizabeth Taylor was so desperate to buy the home that she invited then-owner Christopher Buxton to spend a night alone with her on her yacht.

On the market for £12,000,000, search.savills.com

Competition Time

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Psssst…

Cult Miami reformer studio JETSET Pilates (beloved by celebs like actor Sophie Turner) is opening its first UK studio. It’s set to launch in London’s Shoreditch this July, focusing on the brand’s signature 50-minute workout performed on custom-built reformers.