My theme this year is sow and grow what you love, because if you love what you’re growing, naturally you put more care into it. Cooking something I love, I will put my heart and soul into it. For me, gardening is exactly the same.
If you have never made your own mayo, I promise, once you get the hang of it, it’s incredibly easy! I use a handy little mixer that makes it practically foolproof, but any electric blender could probably do the job.
As winter loosens its grip, the farm buzzes with preparation for spring. From composting and tending peonies to protecting chickens from predators, we’re busy laying the groundwork for a thriving season ahead.
Making crêpes is a wonderful way to bring the family together – kids and adults love helping make them and picking their toppings. Whether sweet or savoury, these French treats are a real crowd-pleaser!
There’s something comforting about scrambled eggs – but add a little black truffle, and WOW!. The beauty of this recipe is in its simplicity: creamy eggs, gentle heat, and a touch of earthy truffle. Bon appétit !
We take so many photos – far too many, if I’m honest. Looking back at 2025, it’s not just the animals or the flowers that fill my mobile phone, but the laughter and warmth of friends and family, too.
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.
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!
‘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.
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.
