A short post today about a couple of different things.
Seasonal eating for Autumn
Rather than re-posting it, I thought I’d just mention last year’s Seasonal Fruit and Vegetable Guide for Autumn. If you’re after meal and snack ideas for seasonal eating, or fancy a pretty print-out of seasonal fruits and vegetables to stick on your fridge door then look … Read the full post
Alongside the lush new greens growing in my garden are some productive older residents including damson, apple, fig and plum trees. Most of the fruit bounty from the trees is taken care of between eating, passing on to friends and freezing (with just enough sugar). It’s the damsons that need a bit more thought; they are delicious in their own … Read the full post
Inspired by Elaine, Wendy, Kalyn and a whole host of other inspirational gardeners this has been my first summer of growing my own vegetables. I always enjoy looking at other folks “grow your own” pics so thought I’d share a few of my own.
This summer has been a steep learning curve, with most lessons learnt the hard … Read the full post
Isn’t this purple cauliflower amazing? I was prepared for disappointment with this cauliflower, having had my heart broken a couple of summers back by the amazing purple beans that turn dirty green as soon as they hit water. Even the lady who grew said cauliflower warned that it would turn an unflattering mucky colour on cooking. But no, happy days; … Read the full post