PICNICS
It may seem a strange subject to write about, just after the Christmas festivities, but, the remembrance of picnics past, bizarrely came to mind this week. Maybe it is … Continue Reading →
MONKVALLEY: Memories and thoughts about food and a life lived in the Loire Valley, France
It may seem a strange subject to write about, just after the Christmas festivities, but, the remembrance of picnics past, bizarrely came to mind this week. Maybe it is … Continue Reading →
Sunday lunch is an important occasion of the week for many people, and we are no exception.. Unlike when I was young, we do not have three meals. I remember … Continue Reading →
Christmas as a child is without doubt one of the most magical of times. Many of us will remember waking up in the early hours, knowing Santa had been. … Continue Reading →
A moist, Rich and fruity, boozy Christmas cake. Packed with brandy infused fruit. It is a must for the Christmas Celebrations. Do not be put off by the list … Continue Reading →
This Christmas pudding Recipe was given to Sheila by Iris in 1982 and we have used every year since. 42 years. It uses the usual fruits, but, the … Continue Reading →
Sheila’s Bread sauce is a legend in the families. Packed full of flavour from the cloves, bay; and peppercorns. it is a must on any Christmas dinner table wherever in … Continue Reading →
Ail to garlic! Garlic, or Ail in French, is essential to most of my cooking preferences. Be it Italian, French, Indian or even English. I have a reputation of “There … Continue Reading →
During the gardening year it is of course a warm, satisfying feeling harvesting and eating produce. A big part of the pleasure is the preserves that result:- Jams and pickles. … Continue Reading →