Wildflower Meadow
With a little planning and preparation, a wildflower meadow soon becomes a beautiful haven for pollinators. Also, the more plants we grow to cover the soil, the more we protect it, and sink carbon into the soil.
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Christmas Collection 2025
From Rocky Road puddings and homemade fudge, to caramelised onion relish and beef in ale pies – we’ve got something for everyone!
Last orders by Wed 17th December please.
They’d make great gifts or stocking fillers for friends and family too!
Linguine alla Carbonara
‘A successful carbonara depends on good pasta cooked to perfection at the last moment; a very hot serving dish, and the rapid mixing in of cream and egg to create a glistening sauce which lightly coats the pasta.’ ~ Michel Roux.
Lifting Dahlias
Dahlias are one of the most rewarding flowers to grow. By taking a little time to lift and store your dahlias each autumn, you’ll be rewarded with stronger, healthier plants and even more spectacular blooms.
Roasted Veg & Butternut Squash Chowder
I love doing a ‘fridge clear out! Just throw a load of vegetables into the oven, let them cook, and then enjoy 20 servings of delicious chowder. This dish is easy to make, full of flavoursome roasted vegetables and perfect for a cold winter day.
Natural Air Freshener
Find out how boiling rosemary can naturally freshen your home, lift your mood, and create a calmer space. Studies have also indicated that it could improve memory and alertness.
Make Soil Healthy
Those who know me know that for me, it’s all about the soil. One of my very favourite websites is Kiss the Ground. It’s a wonderful community that’s all about encouraging soil regeneration for a healthier world.
Gruyère Souffles
Another delicious recipe from Michel Roux. – Gruyère Soufflés. Serve with a simple salad of crisp lettuce and rocket, and a tangy vinaigrette.With maybe a handful of toasted walnuts or sliced pears.
Coloured Eggs
Breeding chickens for coloured eggs is lots of fun and much easier than you think. It doesn’t have anything to do with what you feed them. The colour of a chicken’s egg is determined by its genetics, particularly by the breed. Here’s my basic guide on how to get coloured eggs.
Raspberry Roulade
‘Fragrant raspberries make an ideal filling for this roulade, although wild strawberries are equally good when in season. For sheer decadence, serve with a glass of pink Champagne’ – Michel Roux
