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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. 

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. 

Kate and Ben from Campfire Gin gave me such lovely recipes for the book, I thought you might enjoy their suggestions for Valentine’s cocktails too. First is Puddingstone Distillery’s Melbourne Mess. Inspired by a trip to Australia and based on a Ramos Gin Fizz and strawberry pavlova, this is the perfect Valentine’s cocktail for anyone […]

Kate and Ben from Campfire Gin gave me such lovely recipes for the book, I thought you might enjoy their suggestions for Valentine’s cocktails too. First is Puddingstone Distillery’s Melbourne Mess. Inspired by a trip to Australia and based on a Ramos Gin Fizz and strawberry pavlova, this is the perfect Valentine’s cocktail for anyone […]

Save this for pancake day or when you need a treat breakfast.  Makes 6 pancakes INGREDIENTS 1 egg 2tbsp melted butter  235ml milk 120g plain flour 35g cocoa powder 20g sugar  1tsp baking soda pinch of salt TOPPINGS: Your favourite combo of icing sugar, fruit, chocolate sauce, syrup, and/or whipped cream METHOD 

Save this for pancake day or when you need a treat breakfast.  Makes 6 pancakes INGREDIENTS 1 egg 2tbsp melted butter  235ml milk 120g plain flour 35g cocoa powder 20g sugar  1tsp baking soda pinch of salt TOPPINGS: Your favourite combo of icing sugar, fruit, chocolate sauce, syrup, and/or whipped cream METHOD 

These easy to make truffles are perfect for last-minute gifts or a special after dinner treat.  You can fill them with all sorts of flavours and textures. Turn them into snowball truffles by rolling them in desiccated coconut.  This recipe features in the dessert section of the recipe book. It is from artisan chocolatier Yvette Lynch […]

These easy to make truffles are perfect for last-minute gifts or a special after dinner treat.  You can fill them with all sorts of flavours and textures. Turn them into snowball truffles by rolling them in desiccated coconut.  This recipe features in the dessert section of the recipe book. It is from artisan chocolatier Yvette Lynch […]

These delicious and easy to make biscuits are great to bake with children as they can be on the table in less than 30mins. Experiment with all sorts of flavours by using different oils. The recipe comes from award-winning Chiltern Cold Pressed Oil, known locally as “liquid gold” and loved by chefs, artisan producers and […]

These delicious and easy to make biscuits are great to bake with children as they can be on the table in less than 30mins. Experiment with all sorts of flavours by using different oils. The recipe comes from award-winning Chiltern Cold Pressed Oil, known locally as “liquid gold” and loved by chefs, artisan producers and […]

First up in my series of soups that take less than 30 mins to make is Squash Soup. I used a butternut squash but pretty much any squash will work with this. You can add extra flavour by crisping up some sage leaves to go on the top, adding croutons or chilli flakes. Enjoy! INGREDIENTS […]

First up in my series of soups that take less than 30 mins to make is Squash Soup. I used a butternut squash but pretty much any squash will work with this. You can add extra flavour by crisping up some sage leaves to go on the top, adding croutons or chilli flakes. Enjoy! INGREDIENTS […]

When you’ve finished carving your pumpkin, here’s an easy way to use up the inside for a delicious snack or breakfast. You can substitute pumpkin for butternut squash or any edible squash. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.  Looking for somewhere to pick pumpkins? […]

When you’ve finished carving your pumpkin, here’s an easy way to use up the inside for a delicious snack or breakfast. You can substitute pumpkin for butternut squash or any edible squash. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.  Looking for somewhere to pick pumpkins? […]

Enjoy this delicious, easy, breakfast puff– or as our little ones call it “balloon pancake” because it grows so beautifully in the oven. It’s a perfect weekend breakfast topped with seasonal fruit or syrup or perhaps even some ice cream. INGREDIENTS  6 eggs  250ml milk  120g plain flour Pinch of salt  1 teaspoon vanilla extract  […]

Enjoy this delicious, easy, breakfast puff– or as our little ones call it “balloon pancake” because it grows so beautifully in the oven. It’s a perfect weekend breakfast topped with seasonal fruit or syrup or perhaps even some ice cream. INGREDIENTS  6 eggs  250ml milk  120g plain flour Pinch of salt  1 teaspoon vanilla extract  […]

This is a lovely easy autumn pudding and a great way to use up lots of apples. We love eating it with delicious cream from the Guernsey cows at Lacey Family Farm but taste delicious with custard or ice cream too. It may even be tastier than a crumble… Serves 6  INGREDIENTS  4 large cooking […]

This is a lovely easy autumn pudding and a great way to use up lots of apples. We love eating it with delicious cream from the Guernsey cows at Lacey Family Farm but taste delicious with custard or ice cream too. It may even be tastier than a crumble… Serves 6  INGREDIENTS  4 large cooking […]

Give your dinner a pop of colour with this delicious pink pasta. I make it with beautiful organic beetroots delivered in our Sandy Lane Farm veg box and gorgeous Greek yogurt from Tims Dairy (made in the Chilterns and available in all great farm shops). Serves 4   INGREDIENTS   250g peeled, cooked beetroot (approx. […]

Give your dinner a pop of colour with this delicious pink pasta. I make it with beautiful organic beetroots delivered in our Sandy Lane Farm veg box and gorgeous Greek yogurt from Tims Dairy (made in the Chilterns and available in all great farm shops). Serves 4   INGREDIENTS   250g peeled, cooked beetroot (approx. […]

This gorgeous autumnal soup is delicious on its own. If you’re looking for a hearty meal to wow your family, carve out mini squashes or gourds to make the bowls in which to serve this soup. It’s worth the extra carving and cooking time to see your loved ones enjoying eating the bowls and the […]

This gorgeous autumnal soup is delicious on its own. If you’re looking for a hearty meal to wow your family, carve out mini squashes or gourds to make the bowls in which to serve this soup. It’s worth the extra carving and cooking time to see your loved ones enjoying eating the bowls and the […]