Molly Codyre

Deputy Editor

Molly has spent most of her life finishing one meal only to think about the next one, so it's fitting that she has made a career out of writing about food. She lets being a Kiwi take up far too much of her personality and it took her more time than she cares to admit to find a photo of herself without a wine glass in hand. 

Molly Codyre's articles

The Foodism guide to Stockholm

Sun, sea, and... smoked fish? Do summer Scandinavian style with a smorgasbord of upscale dining, debaucherous drinking and, of course, ABBA. Molly Codyre reports from sunny Stockholm and its archipelago

Published: Wednesday 3rd April 2024

Abby Lee: My career in Five Dishes

When the Covid-19 pandemic forced Abby Lee to return to Malaysia for six months, she saw the cuisine of her home country in a whole new light, discovers Molly Codyre. After a crash course in Malaysian cooking, she brought these flavours back to London with Mambow

Published: Wednesday 27th March 2024

Finding solace and connection in the kitchen

As the beating heart of any home, the kitchen is a wonderful place to be when hosting. Molly Codyre analyses hiding at the hob

Published: Tuesday 12th March 2024

The Murphia List for 2024 has been announced

Celebrating the immense Irish talent within London's hospitality industry, the annual Murphia List has announced its new additions for 2024

Published: Monday 11th March 2024

After fifteen years and three Michelin stars Hélène Darroze isn't done trying to do better

The chef and patron of three-Michelin-star Hélène Darroze at The Connaught talks to Molly Codyre about fifteen years of running one of London's best restaurants and the desire to always do better

Published: Monday 22nd January 2024

Our deputy editor rounds up her favourite meals of 2023

After a busy year of eating both in London and around the world, Molly picks her favourite meals from 2023

Published: Tuesday 12th December 2023

Legacy act: the enduring influence of London's leading chefs and restaurants

A handful of chefs have had an outsized influence on London’s dining scene. Molly Codyre investigates their lasting heritage

Published: Tuesday 5th December 2023

A hedonistic 24 hours at Wilderness Reserve's YOXMAN event

On a trip to Suffolk, Molly loses her grip on reality at a dinner so beautiful it seems impossible

Published: Wednesday 22nd November 2023

Race ready: from the terroir to the tracks with Ferrari Trento

Ferrari Trento is one of Italy's heritage sparkling wine houses. Molly Codyre gets the inside track on the famous brand

Published: Thursday 2nd November 2023

I looked my 15-year-old-self dead in the face, and then I ordered a steak

Molly goes to Goodman and is reminded of the liberating joy of eating a whopping big piece of meat

Published: Wednesday 25th October 2023

Bitter sweet symphony: how bitters became a bartender's secret weapon

Bitters are an underrated ingredient that have played a central role in the history of cocktail making. Molly Codyre gets the drop on it

Published: Monday 23rd October 2023

Help! The rotisserie chicken is taking over London

This week Molly ate... chicken. And lots of it

Published: Wednesday 11th October 2023

Eating and Drinking in Seattle

One of America's underrated cities, Seattle is a food and drink lover's playground. Molly Coydre heads to Taste Washington festival and discovers a destination whose rich and contrasting tapestry is powered by world-class Washington State wines

Published: Wednesday 13th September 2023

Raising the bar: how food and the hospitality industry impact prisoner rehabilitation

All too often an afterthought in prisons, kitchens can actually be a cornerstone of the rehabilitation process. Molly Codyre reports on the impact of the food system on current and former inmates

Published: Thursday 24th August 2023

If you need me, I'll be sitting at the counter

As conversations spark about the joys and pitfalls of solo dining, Molly makes a case for sitting at a restaurant counter

Published: Wednesday 16th August 2023

As an ill-advised Instagram post proves, London kitchens still have a serious diversity problem

As one chef shares a post celebrating his all-white, all-male kitchen team, Molly looks at where she won't be eating, and the importance of diversity in the restaurant industry

Published: Monday 31st July 2023

The perfect date venue comes in all shapes and sizes

As a date night reignites Molly's love for dining out, she muses on what makes the perfect romantic restaurant (spoiler: it's not all candlelit corners and moody music)

Published: Tuesday 18th July 2023

The new wave of fine ciders serving as wine and champagne alternatives

British cider is shaking off its unassuming reputation and having a modern-day renaissance as a challenger to fine wine and champagne. Molly Codyre meets some of the leading lights

Published: Friday 14th July 2023

Zest and zeal: visiting Todolí Citrus Foundation in Valencia

On a trip to Todolí in Valencia with the founders of Toklas restaurant, Molly Codyre gets a closer look at a foundation preserving weird and wonderful varieties of citrus fruits

Published: Tuesday 27th June 2023

Tarama, tzatziki and too much ouzo: the joys of a fortnight of eating in Greece

After two weeks of endless plates of dips, grilled fish and too much feta, Molly Codyre reflects on the simple joy of Greek food and the perfect holiday meal

Published: Wednesday 21st June 2023