Here in the UK we are enjoying a lovely warm start to the autumn - yep, would you even believe it is autumn right now? Today the sun is shining and the temperature is balmy, so I can almost overlook the brisk wind that happens to accompany it. I thought a great transitional drink idea … Continue reading Blackberry and Apple Autumn Sangria
There's something about September. I'm almost even more excited to spend time outside in September than I am in July! I recently had a brief escape to the Cotswolds and spent an entire walk through the countryside staring, almost rubbernecking, at hedgerows full of hawthorn berries, elderberries and crab apples! One of the most abundant … Continue reading Gathering blackberries
If I had a favourite month it would have to be September because summer isn't quite over and some of the most delicious fresh fruit and veggies are abundant and at their best. We've been a bit busy this year to grow much ourselves, but I'm already thinking about what to start growing again. This recipe … Continue reading Caramelised figs with black tea blackberries
A Year in Dinners 