National Cream Tea Day Recipes

Published on June 22, 2016April 8, 2021 by Viv

Founded in 2015 by the Cream Tea Society, National Cream Tea Day is usually held this year on June 24th. Sponsored by Rodda’s and Tiptoe,

Preserve Your Own – Preserves as Gifts

Published on May 15, 2014April 8, 2021 by Viv

What do you give as gifts to someone who seems to have everything? I enjoy giving and receiving preserves,

Published on May 12, 2014April 8, 2021 by Viv

With their crystal clear and vibrant colours, sweet and savoury jellies make delicious accompaniments to meats,

Published on May 12, 2014April 1, 2023 by Viv

In late summer, If I have gluts of fruit I make fruit butters and cheeses.

Published on May 5, 2014April 1, 2023 by Viv

Traditionally, there are four types of pickles:- Clear Pickle ( single vegetable) Mixed Pickle ( mixed vegetables)

Published on April 22, 2014April 1, 2023 by Viv

Also known as sugar corn and pole corn, sweet corn is a maize with a high sugar content. It is pollinated by wind, so best grown closely in a block.

Published on April 22, 2014April 1, 2023 by Viv

Originally from South America, tomatoes were first grown in the UK as ornamental climbers, and cultivated for their decorative leaves and fruit.

Published on April 2, 2014April 8, 2021 by Viv

No matter how hard they are pruned, my four gooseberry bushes never fail to supply me with an abundant crop during late June and early July.

Published on January 14, 2014February 19, 2025 by Vivien

Between now and the end of February, I have two precious months to juice, slice, simmer and boil the king of citrus fruits,

Published on September 20, 2013April 8, 2021 by Vivien

This year there has been a bumper crop of blackberries, both wild and cultivated, to make my favourite Chutney and Jams. Following a wet winter,