Picking and Planting

16th Sept 2016: We managed to buy some purple sprouting broccoli plants from our local nursery – they are a little late going in but hopefully we will have something to pick in s
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A Mediterranean Diet

It’s in the news yet again that according to the latest research a Mediterranean diet is the best way to eat for our health. I certainly think that the principles are sound and i
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Quinoa Tabbouleh with Chickpeas and Chilli

This is one recipe that is dependent on fresh herbs as they make up a good proportion of the ingredients. It’s also a good recipe to make when you have leftover cooked quinoa. The tomatoes ideally sho
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Coconut, Lemon and Cardamom Ice Cream

This ice cream, based on bananas and coconut milk, is rich and creamy yet still full of good-for-you ingredients so you can enjoy tucking in without feeling guilty.
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Getting back to Creativity

The last 12-18 months have been a difficult time for me as I have spent far too much of it in front of a computer. First there was my latest book to finalise, re-arrange and proofr
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Rhubarb, Raspberries and Purslane

2nd Sept 2016: I picked the last of the rhubarb last week and made a rhubarb and strawberry crumble which was delicious (the recipe can be found in the ‘latest recipes’ section
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