On a sunny morning, you might catch me out in the Cornish fields, filling my basket with wild edibles. I feel connected to nature and blissfully happy as I weave my way along the coast paths, stopping to pick rock samphire and sea cabbage. For me, foraging is a hobby, a fun day out. I […]
I’ve loved Turkish Delight ever since reading Narnia as a child. It sounded almost too good to be true, and tasted even better. Inspired by the magical flavours of Elderflower, I decided to reclaim this sweet from the clutches of the wicked Ice Queen and create my own. You’ll find the recipe below- it’s almost […]
During this morning’s meeting, a bleary eyed Xanthe wandered into the kitchen, eager to see why on earth her parents were talking to their computer, rather than playing with her (a mystery indeed). Her eyes lit up as she spied treats on the table- a pack of custard creams. “Can I have a biscuit?” she […]
If I told you that the Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil perched on your kitchen counter had probably come from the Mafia, you might look at me like I was crazy. Crime lords swapping hard drugs for fine foods doesn’t really seem that believable. Shootouts in shady olive groves, and dodgy deals behind dairies takes […]
Elderflower season has arrived! As with many things in this peculiar year it's a little later than usual, but we don't mind. It's a delight to have the queen of British summertime gracing our fields and hedgerows once again. To celebrate the return of Elder's beautiful blooms, and the release of our bestselling first book […]
Also known as: Bear’s Garlic, Gypsies Onions or Ramsons/Ramsins. When it comes to wild garlic, I just can’t get enough. Since first scouting it in March, I've spent many a walk lining my (now lightly fragranced) pockets with bushels of the stuff. Unfortunately, the season is coming to an end, so I’ll be spending evenings […]
How do you quiet your mind? Stress relief comes in many forms- exercise, meditation, forest bathing are all amazing ways to quiet your mind and connect with yourself. But I'd be lying if I said I didn’t occasionally indulge in less constructive forms of stress relief- a strong drink. But there’s a reason people flock […]
As we’ve been learning this week, nature is one of your biggest allies in getting yourself out of a slump. Walking, forest bathing- even living near trees is enough to boost mood and lower stress. But unless you’re lucky enough to live in the Bahamas, the chances are you’re no stranger to the gloriously wet […]
Our society is becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of getting outdoors. Many of us have flocked to natural places during the pandemic- finding solace from the stress of nationwide lockdown in local greenspaces. In fact, 45% of people reported that getting out in nature has helped them to cope throughout the pandemic. We can […]
The violet is small but mighty- bringing fear to farmwives, luck to the Irish and revolution to the French. Who could imagine that such a small flower could have such a rich history! Let’s begin with the Greek Goddess Persephone. Persephone was gathering violets for her mother Demeter (Goddess of the Earth) when Hades, entranced […]