Sam
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.
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Sam
- Jul 30
- 3 min
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 16
- 2 min
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
- Sep 17, 2022
- 2 min
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.
Elle
- Jun 9, 2022
- 2 min
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
- Mar 28, 2022
- 2 min
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.
Sam
- Nov 24, 2020
- 2 min
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!
Elle
- Oct 18, 2020
- 3 min
Beetroot and Turnip Soup: a Warming Soup for Slow Autumn Days
A warming Autumnal soup, balancing the sweet flavours of the unassuming turnip, and the dramatic colouring of the bold beetroot.
Elle
- Aug 29, 2020
- 2 min
Savouring the End of Summer: Elderberry Balsamic Vinegar
Making elderberry balsamic vinegar is straightforward, therapeutic and rewarding, and is something anyone can easily have a go at.
Sam
- Aug 9, 2020
- 3 min
Broad Bean and Chard: a Risotto for a Summer Glut
I am a recent convert to the summer risotto: this light, clean dish is a perfect way to showcase the freshness of your summer produce.
Sam
- Jul 19, 2020
- 3 min
Urban Foraging: Wild Cherry Brandy
There is so much we walk past and do not see. When I am out on our daily stroll, I think I am observant. And how much more do I miss?
Sam
- Jul 5, 2020
- 3 min
The First Garden Produce: A Bright, Fresh Bruschetta with Broad Beans, Tomatoes and Mozzarella
It's been a busy morning gardening, and now I'm hungry. Thankfully, we've harvested our first broad beans for a bright, fresh bruschetta.
Elle
- May 17, 2020
- 3 min
Foraging and Comfort Eating: Tuna and Wild Fennel Fishcakes
A fantastic way to make tinned tuna a little more special: comforting fishcakes with foraged wild fennel on a bed of salad.
Sam
- Jan 14, 2020
- 2 min
Festive Leftovers: Pasta with Salmon, Cream and Dill
It's mid-January, and the kitchen is still stuffed with leftovers from over-enthusiastic Christmas preparation. Drastic action is required!
Sam & Elle
- Nov 10, 2019
- 3 min
An Autumnal Harvest: Blackthorn & Sloe Gin
Autumn advances. A walk to the nearest post box became an impromptu foraging expedition: sloes picked for making gin for Christmas gifts.
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