Do you think that your Quail eggs come from Quail that have had a happy life? The shocking truth is that most of them are factory farmed in atrocious conditions. The vast majority of Quail are farmed intensively in barren battery cages or overcrowded barns. The European Union produces over 100 million Quail, but the […]
Sign up to our mailing list here to receive seasonal recipes and foraging inspiration delivered straight to your inbox. Are nettles the marmite of the foraging world? Since the beginning of time, we have had a love-hate relationship with these amazing plants. Rubbing up against them with a bare leg definitely makes me share an […]
Dandelion Magic: Size Matters Dandelions are popping up everywhere at the moment. So why not treat those you love the most in your life and cook up some beautiful dandelions to eat, Give the ultimate gift this year - your time and a new experience and get your family out collecting. Get outside, take in […]
Strutting its stuff on the catwalk this week is Wild Garlic, one of the best scents of Spring. It is abundant, tasty and there will be a patch to sniff out near you right now. If you are new to foraging wild garlic is a great place to start, as it’s very easy to identify, […]
Easter is a time of abundance after 40 days of Lent - with a day off for St. Patricks' Day of course. A whole month with no sweets, sugar and I don't how many Hail Marys and Stations of the Cross. This was the backdrop of my childhood Easter of the 80 and 90s. Praying […]
Dandelion Magic: Eating the Flowers There is nothing like treating those you love the most in your life. Why don’t you give the ultimate gift this year - your time and a tantalising taste experience? Get outside, take in one of the 356 sunsets we are invited to every year and gather some dandelions and […]
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Celebrating VE Day with you in lockdown was an extremely special moment. Driving through those VE Day flag lined streets and feeling the swirl of the community as we delivered your vintage inspired hampers. It is a memory that will always stay warm in our hearts. So put your feet up, warm the teapot, get […]
I can't help it I HATE well meaning parenting blogs. I find mysef listening to their parenting advice wondering if they have ever met a small child. Let alone had lunch with these tiny but fierce magnifcient creatres. Their big smiling grins turning to intorabe rage if a pea dares to touch ANOTHER pea on […]
Duncans Suprisingly Nutty Jerusalem Artichoke Risotto. The Jerusalem Artichoke is not the best looking looking plant but the health benefits and taste of this remarkable tubar makes it deserve a place on your dinner plate. The flavour creating by the Jerusalem Artichoke really does burst onto the plate and elevate any dish. It took its […]