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Late-Summer Foraging: Blackberries
There are few things quite as heart-warmingly reassuring as blackberrying.

Sam
Sep 13, 20243 min read


F is for Figs
Nothing seems to celebrate the end of Summer better than the taste of a fig plucked warm from the tree.

Elle
Aug 31, 20243 min read


Figs with Prosciutto and Silton
This simple combination of ingredients barely constitutes a recipe, but this is honestly our favourite way to use the first of our figs.

Elle
Aug 26, 20241 min read


An English Autumnal Moussaka… of sorts
This is a real late-summer/early-autumn dish, making the most of ingredients that are at their best at this time of year.

Sam
Sep 18, 20232 min read


E is for Elderberries
The simple elderberry, easy to ignore, but once you start exploring the possibilities of this small fruit, you’ll never tire of its uses.

Elle
Sep 3, 20233 min read


Not Just Meat: Three Vegan Barbecue Recipes
Barbecue doesn’t just have to be about meat. Some of the most delicious, varied dishes you can create on the barbecue are vegan.

Sam
Jul 30, 20233 min read


Rehabilitating the Barbecue: Advice for Modern Outdoor Eating
Barbecues have acquired something of a bad reputation, but with a few tips, you can turn outdoor eating into a calming, modern experience.

Sam
Jul 16, 20235 min read


Slow-Smoked Shoulder of Lamb
This delicious slow-smoked lamb shoulder isn't easy, but it is perfect for entertaining guests. Make sure you give yourself enough time!

Sam
Jul 16, 20232 min read


D is for Dandelions
For many of us, the dandelion is synonymous with childhood summers’ days, but dandelions aren’t just beautiful; they are also edible.

Elle
Apr 15, 20233 min read


Kitchen Confessions: Reducing Food Waste
Reducing food waste in the kitchen turns-out to be more of an adventure than I had anticipated!

Sam
Sep 28, 20223 min read


Zero-Waste Stir-Fry
This quick, easy stir-fry is a perfect way to use-up all those jars, bottles and packets you have sitting around in your fridge and larder.

Sam
Sep 17, 20222 min read


Chive Flower Butter: Capturing the Taste of Early Summer
This simple herb butter is a wonderful way to add the rich flavour of freshly cut chives to a meal.

Elle
Jun 9, 20222 min read


C is for Chives
Chives may not star in many dishes, but few herbs is as reliable, as beautiful, as good to the garden, or as indicative of early Summer.

Elle
May 29, 20223 min read


Aldeburgh Memories: Crab and Tomato Linguine
This simple crab linguine makes the most of delicious crab that is just coming into season here at the moment.

Elle
Mar 28, 20222 min read


B is for Brussels Sprouts
Is there any vegetable that divides opinion as much as the humble Brussels sprout? It certainly divides our household...

Elle
Jan 29, 20224 min read


Cherry Plums; and Other Stoned Fruits
On one of our recent lunchtime walks, we found a wild harvest we had never noticed before: cherry plums.

Sam
Aug 9, 20213 min read


A is for Asparagus
The first sighting of asparagus heralds the beginning of summer eating: afternoons on the patio and light, colourful, seasonal vegetables.

Elle
May 11, 20214 min read


Hunkering-Down: The Virtues of the Winter Larder
The larder is the heart of the kitchen in winter. We have been filling it with grains, preserves and drinks, and now it's time to enjoy!

Elle
Jan 27, 20214 min read


An Autumnal Supper: One-Pan Sausage and Pumpkin
This is an adaptation of a favourite student supper: simple, warming, and infinitely flexible. Plus, hardly any washing-up to do afterwards!

Sam
Nov 24, 20202 min read


A Foggy Morning and Comfort Cooking
Slow-cooking is my favourite reason to the in the kitchen. There is something more wholesome about this type of food.

Sam
Nov 14, 20204 min read




























































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