Yesterday we went on a lovely and somewhat windy walk in the English countryside. (I tell you what - the cup of tea at the end of that walk was the BEST THING!) Anyway, along the walk we came across some teeny tiny wild violets in the cover of the hedgerows. Wild violets are very … Continue reading Wild Violets
Elderflowers have had a bit of a moment-in-the-sun lately after featuring in THE wedding cake of the year with their longstanding friend, the lemon. For me, like a lot of wild food, fresh elderflowers are hugely under-utilised by the general population. Elderflower cordial is very popular, but I am surprised that more people don’t make … Continue reading Tips for gathering elderflowers and making top notch elderflower cordial
The inspiration for this recipe came from Japanese Sakura biscuits that are made with preserved salted cherry blossoms. They are a lovely little buttery biscuit like a fine shortbread, but with a bit of softness that means they have an almost melt-in-your-mouth feel. The salted cherry blossoms that are used to make Sakura biscuits are … Continue reading Lemon and Chamomile Biscuits
I've had the bumper crop to end all bumper crops when it comes to my nasturtiums this year. I've grown them from the seeds I got in this Gourmet Flower Kit by Plant Theatre - my Mum said she has never seen nasturtiums take the way mine have this year. Endless garnishing possibilities!!! Delicate, young nasturtium … Continue reading Nasturtium scones
I really enjoy planting and growing things that I can eat. I can appreciate a decorative plant, for sure, but when it comes down to it and I'm choosing what to do with my garden's fairly limited real estate, I'm going to prefer planting food. So getting this Plant Theatre Gourmet Flower Kit for Christmas … Continue reading Gourmet Flower Kit from Plant Theatre
A Year in Dinners 