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Discover seasonal food and drink recipes, local producers, days out and hidden gems in the beautiful Chilterns. 

WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND 10TH & 11TH JUNE 

It’s Open Farm Sunday this weekend and it’s a great chance to go behind the scenes and find out more about the great food produced on our doorsteps. Here are my top picks from farms across the Chilterns. Click on the individual links to find out more about timings and entrance fees/charges and how to […]

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Jun

08

THE BEST GARDENS TO VISIT IN THE CHILTERNS

You don’t need to go to Chelsea to see the best gardens. We’ve got some great ones in Herts, Beds, Bucks & Oxfordshire. Below is a list of my favourites… 🌺 Waterperry Gardens Oxfordshire – these beautifully landscaped gardens created by pioneering female horticulturalist Beatrix Havergal include a riverside walk, borders popping with colour and […]

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THE BEST GARDENS TO VISIT IN THE CHILTERNS

You don’t need to go to Chelsea to see the best gardens. We’ve got some great ones in Herts, Beds, Bucks & Oxfordshire. Below is a list of my favourites… 🌺 Waterperry Gardens Oxfordshire – these beautifully landscaped gardens created by pioneering female horticulturalist Beatrix Havergal include a riverside walk, borders popping with colour and […]

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May

WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND 20TH & 21ST MAY

Here are my top picks for what to do this weekend across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire… Have a great time and don’t forget to check social media/ websites before travel.  Comedy legend Jo Brand is at Hemel Hempstead’s Old Town Theatre on Sat 20th May at 8pm. This is a great chance to see her work in […]

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND 20TH & 21ST MAY

Here are my top picks for what to do this weekend across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire… Have a great time and don’t forget to check social media/ websites before travel.  Comedy legend Jo Brand is at Hemel Hempstead’s Old Town Theatre on Sat 20th May at 8pm. This is a great chance to see her work in […]

Out and About

18

May

MAY HALF TERM – WHAT’S ON GUIDE

From gladiators to gnomes, carnivals to crocodiles, indoor and outdoor theatre, here’s your list of what’s on for kids this half term each day across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.  Please scroll to the bottom of the page for events which are on every day.  Times and prices vary. Please check individual sites/social media before […]

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MAY HALF TERM – WHAT’S ON GUIDE

From gladiators to gnomes, carnivals to crocodiles, indoor and outdoor theatre, here’s your list of what’s on for kids this half term each day across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.  Please scroll to the bottom of the page for events which are on every day.  Times and prices vary. Please check individual sites/social media before […]

Out and About

17

May

WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND? 13th & 14th MAY 

Back to a regular two-day weekend and I’m not sure I’m going to cope…here are my recommendations to make the most of your time off. Plus, a couple of events coming up that you’ll want to book tickets for events coming up…  EMERGENCY SERVICES DAY AT BUCKS RAIL CENTRE Sunday 14th May. Ticket prices vary. The […]

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND? 13th & 14th MAY 

Back to a regular two-day weekend and I’m not sure I’m going to cope…here are my recommendations to make the most of your time off. Plus, a couple of events coming up that you’ll want to book tickets for events coming up…  EMERGENCY SERVICES DAY AT BUCKS RAIL CENTRE Sunday 14th May. Ticket prices vary. The […]

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11

May

WHAT’S ON CORONATION WEEKEND – 6th, 7th and 8th May 

FREE- THE CORONATION LIVE SCREENINGS   Lots of the bigger towns in and around the Chilterns– Henley, Watford, Hemel Hempstead , Leighton Buzzard, Luton, Dunstable and Marlow – will all have big screens up on Saturday 6th May so you can enjoy a picnic and watch the Coronation live. Chesham’s Elgiva Theatre will showing the ceremony live free of charge (a good option if it’s raining) as well St Alban’s […]

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03

WHAT’S ON CORONATION WEEKEND – 6th, 7th and 8th May 

FREE- THE CORONATION LIVE SCREENINGS   Lots of the bigger towns in and around the Chilterns– Henley, Watford, Hemel Hempstead , Leighton Buzzard, Luton, Dunstable and Marlow – will all have big screens up on Saturday 6th May so you can enjoy a picnic and watch the Coronation live. Chesham’s Elgiva Theatre will showing the ceremony live free of charge (a good option if it’s raining) as well St Alban’s […]

Out and About

03

May

WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND 29th, 30th April + 1st May 

Here’s your guide for the best of what’s on in Herts, Beds, Bucks and Oxfordshire this bank holiday weekend.  The Chilterns is blooming! So many flowers to see from tulips at Chenies in Bucks to fritillaries in Oxfordshire… plus lots more… Tulip Festival at Chenies Manor, nr. Chesham Bucks Sunday 30th April and Bank Holiday Monday […]

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND 29th, 30th April + 1st May 

Here’s your guide for the best of what’s on in Herts, Beds, Bucks and Oxfordshire this bank holiday weekend.  The Chilterns is blooming! So many flowers to see from tulips at Chenies in Bucks to fritillaries in Oxfordshire… plus lots more… Tulip Festival at Chenies Manor, nr. Chesham Bucks Sunday 30th April and Bank Holiday Monday […]

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Apr

CORONATION CHEESECAKE RECIPE 

If you’re looking for an impressive, delicious dessert but don’t want to spend your bank holiday in the kitchen, this No-Bake Coronation Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe is the perfect dessert for you! You can whip up this crowd pleasing pudding quickly to serve at your street parties, family get togethers, picnics and coronation celebrations, without having to do lots of […]

Recipes

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CORONATION CHEESECAKE RECIPE 

If you’re looking for an impressive, delicious dessert but don’t want to spend your bank holiday in the kitchen, this No-Bake Coronation Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe is the perfect dessert for you! You can whip up this crowd pleasing pudding quickly to serve at your street parties, family get togethers, picnics and coronation celebrations, without having to do lots of […]

Recipes

22

Apr

TOP PICKS FOR 22nd + 23rd APRIL WEEKEND

SPRING TRANSPORT FESTIVAL – BUCKS RAIL CENTRE Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd April 10.30am-5pm. Ticket prices vary. Heritage transport at its best at this special event.  DR DOOLITTLE, TRING COURT THEATRE Tickets available for Saturday 22nd April, various performances.  Join Dr Doolittle on a perilous voyage to distant islands, discover the Great Pink Sea Snail then fly […]

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TOP PICKS FOR 22nd + 23rd APRIL WEEKEND

SPRING TRANSPORT FESTIVAL – BUCKS RAIL CENTRE Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd April 10.30am-5pm. Ticket prices vary. Heritage transport at its best at this special event.  DR DOOLITTLE, TRING COURT THEATRE Tickets available for Saturday 22nd April, various performances.  Join Dr Doolittle on a perilous voyage to distant islands, discover the Great Pink Sea Snail then fly […]

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20

Apr

Why I’m hosting The Pause

Everyone from Oprah to Davina McCall is talking about peri/menopause. It’s great that menopause and its myriad of symptoms being openly discussed and is no longer shrouded in shame and mystery. Afterall, every single woman on the planet who lives long enough will experience it. But (and this is a big BUT) for those of […]

Out and About

09

Why I’m hosting The Pause

Everyone from Oprah to Davina McCall is talking about peri/menopause. It’s great that menopause and its myriad of symptoms being openly discussed and is no longer shrouded in shame and mystery. Afterall, every single woman on the planet who lives long enough will experience it. But (and this is a big BUT) for those of […]

Out and About

09

Apr

Chilterns Easter Holidays Guide 

Here are my top picks for what’s happening across Herts, Beds, Bucks and Oxon this Easter holidays. ENJOY!   As always, please book in advance and check individual websites/social media before travel.  Don’t forget to tag me on social media if you enjoy one of my recommendations. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE Peterley Manor Farm Easter Egg Hunt Prestwood, 4th –6th […]

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Chilterns Easter Holidays Guide 

Here are my top picks for what’s happening across Herts, Beds, Bucks and Oxon this Easter holidays. ENJOY!   As always, please book in advance and check individual websites/social media before travel.  Don’t forget to tag me on social media if you enjoy one of my recommendations. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE Peterley Manor Farm Easter Egg Hunt Prestwood, 4th –6th […]

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30

Mar

BLACKCURRANT AND COFFEE JAM SWIRL CHEESECAKE

This decadent and stunning looking dessert is surprisingly easy to make. It featuresin the Chilterns Recipe Book and is from Nicola of Violet’s Orchard, jam, chutney and jelly maker extraordinaire. This is a great recipe to make ahead of time, ready for a special meal or Easterfamily get together. Please note that you need to […]

Recipes

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BLACKCURRANT AND COFFEE JAM SWIRL CHEESECAKE

This decadent and stunning looking dessert is surprisingly easy to make. It featuresin the Chilterns Recipe Book and is from Nicola of Violet’s Orchard, jam, chutney and jelly maker extraordinaire. This is a great recipe to make ahead of time, ready for a special meal or Easterfamily get together. Please note that you need to […]

Recipes

30

Mar

Twee Hot Cross Buns

TWEE’S MARMALADE HOT CROSS BUNS 

This recipe features in the Chilterns Recipe Book and was contributed by Lauran of Twee, maker of delicious jams, chutneys and preserves from her homegrown fruit and veg. Lauran says: “Easter is big in our family and we do an Easter egg hunt around the garden. You have to make your own bonnet if you want […]

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Twee Hot Cross Buns

TWEE’S MARMALADE HOT CROSS BUNS 

This recipe features in the Chilterns Recipe Book and was contributed by Lauran of Twee, maker of delicious jams, chutneys and preserves from her homegrown fruit and veg. Lauran says: “Easter is big in our family and we do an Easter egg hunt around the garden. You have to make your own bonnet if you want […]

Recipes

28

Mar

WILD GARLIC AND CHEESE SCONES 

Super scones – quick to make as a lovely savoury snack or to enjoy with some soup.  TIMINGS PREP: 10 mins, COOKING: 10-12 MINS INGREDIENTS   METHOD  1. Pre-heat the oven to 220C/ 200C fan.2. Line a baking tray with baking paper or grease.3. Mix the flour and baking powder, then rub in the butter using your fingertips until the mixture […]

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WILD GARLIC AND CHEESE SCONES 

Super scones – quick to make as a lovely savoury snack or to enjoy with some soup.  TIMINGS PREP: 10 mins, COOKING: 10-12 MINS INGREDIENTS   METHOD  1. Pre-heat the oven to 220C/ 200C fan.2. Line a baking tray with baking paper or grease.3. Mix the flour and baking powder, then rub in the butter using your fingertips until the mixture […]

Recipes

23

Mar

RECIPE – INFUSED RAPESEED OIL SHORTBREAD

These delicious and easy to make biscuits are great to bake with children as theycan be on the table in less than 30mins. Experiment with all sorts of flavours byusing different oils. This recipe features in the Chilterns Recipe Book and comes from award-winning Chiltern Cold Pressed Oil, known locally as “liquid gold” and loved […]

Recipes

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RECIPE – INFUSED RAPESEED OIL SHORTBREAD

These delicious and easy to make biscuits are great to bake with children as theycan be on the table in less than 30mins. Experiment with all sorts of flavours byusing different oils. This recipe features in the Chilterns Recipe Book and comes from award-winning Chiltern Cold Pressed Oil, known locally as “liquid gold” and loved […]

Recipes

22

Mar

MUSICAL TRAIL AT THE GROVE HOTEL

The musical trail at The Grove Hotel is a great FREE place to take little ones for a run round. The one-mile-long track has 7 different musical stations, enormous metal xylophones, pan pipes and drums. Some of the instruments that were broken when we visited last summer have been replaced.  This is beautiful place to […]

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MUSICAL TRAIL AT THE GROVE HOTEL

The musical trail at The Grove Hotel is a great FREE place to take little ones for a run round. The one-mile-long track has 7 different musical stations, enormous metal xylophones, pan pipes and drums. Some of the instruments that were broken when we visited last summer have been replaced.  This is beautiful place to […]

Out and About

17

Mar

Rhubarb

RHUBARB CAKE

Enjoy this delicious cake with local cream or ice cream. You can add a teaspoon ofcinnamon or ginger to this recipe if you like. This recipe was kindly given to me by the fabulous Chilterns charity Sunnyside Rural Trust, which features in the book. Rhubarb cake is available at the Sunnyside Up Cafe in Hemel […]

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Rhubarb

RHUBARB CAKE

Enjoy this delicious cake with local cream or ice cream. You can add a teaspoon ofcinnamon or ginger to this recipe if you like. This recipe was kindly given to me by the fabulous Chilterns charity Sunnyside Rural Trust, which features in the book. Rhubarb cake is available at the Sunnyside Up Cafe in Hemel […]

Recipes

17

Mar

JAMMY HEART DODGERS RECIPE

Make these cute, tasty biscuits for your favourite people this Valentine’s. These are easy to make but please allow time for the dough to chill. I recommend using a lovely local jam as your filling – our favourites are Twee and Violet’s Orchard, both made with homegrown fruit and packed with gorgeous flavours. Makes approx. […]

Recipes

09

JAMMY HEART DODGERS RECIPE

Make these cute, tasty biscuits for your favourite people this Valentine’s. These are easy to make but please allow time for the dough to chill. I recommend using a lovely local jam as your filling – our favourites are Twee and Violet’s Orchard, both made with homegrown fruit and packed with gorgeous flavours. Makes approx. […]

Recipes

09

Feb

SUPER SPEEDY SOUP 2: LEEK & POTATO

This classic soup is a real crowd pleaser (even leek haters will love this). It’s a great way to make the most of seasonal, local winter veg. 4 large servings  INGREDIENTS  50g butter 450g potatoes, peeled and chopped into small chunks 1 onion, peeled and chopped  450g white parts of leeks washed and sliced(approx. 3 […]

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07

SUPER SPEEDY SOUP 2: LEEK & POTATO

This classic soup is a real crowd pleaser (even leek haters will love this). It’s a great way to make the most of seasonal, local winter veg. 4 large servings  INGREDIENTS  50g butter 450g potatoes, peeled and chopped into small chunks 1 onion, peeled and chopped  450g white parts of leeks washed and sliced(approx. 3 […]

Recipes

07

Feb

GREYHOUND COCKTAIL 

This refreshing drink compliments the fresh botanicals in Puddingstone Distillery’s gin making it the perfect Valentine’s aperitif.  INGREDIENTS  1 part Campfire Navy Strength gin 4 parts pink grapefruit juice PREPARATION  Mix the Campfire gin with pink grapefruit juice and pour over ice. Add fresh grapefruit as a garnish. 

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07

GREYHOUND COCKTAIL 

This refreshing drink compliments the fresh botanicals in Puddingstone Distillery’s gin making it the perfect Valentine’s aperitif.  INGREDIENTS  1 part Campfire Navy Strength gin 4 parts pink grapefruit juice PREPARATION  Mix the Campfire gin with pink grapefruit juice and pour over ice. Add fresh grapefruit as a garnish. 

Recipes

07

Feb

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