One of my favourite roles of the year is the judging and co-chairing of the national Farm Shop and Deli Awards representing the hugely important independent retail sector here in the UK. I work alongside the lovely and renowned foodie and broadcaster Nigel Barden. the team at William Reed and a judging panel of industry… Continue reading Farm Shop and Deli Awards Finalists Announced
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Marmalade Time
How I long for marmalade time. There is little to cheer us in January; the house looks bare without the Christmas decorations, now packed away for another year. The weather is at best cold at worse grey and foul. Easter seems so far away. For me, there is one high point though, and that is January… Continue reading Marmalade Time
Herbs Unlimited – Happy Birthday
Here in Yorkshire, how grateful should we be to Alison Dodd and her family? Alison is the founder of Herbs Unlimited who recently celebrated 25 years of successfully producing herbs, salads and edible flowers.
Asparagus is Here and it is Early
Wow, unbelievable but British asparagus is in the shops already and in fact, has been here for several weeks. I absolutely love when this happens for several reasons; it means Spring is here; the clocks will have gone forward; I love asparagus, it is not simply delicious, it is so good for you. The season is… Continue reading Asparagus is Here and it is Early