Wild Plum BBQ Sauce – not your average barbecue sauce
When the wild plums are ready, they all seem to ripen at once. After making jams, chutneys and even wine, I fancied trying something completely different. So, I made a …
Elderflower Cordial: When Summer’s Sweetest Drink Turns into Champagne
There are a few signs that summer has truly arrived: the days stretch longer, the hedgerows burst into life and, for a few precious weeks, the air carries the unmistakable …
A Heart-Centred Summer Tonic: Hawthorn Flower, Goji Berry, Ginger and Rosemary Infusion
Early summer brings a noticeable shift in the hedgerows and gardens, with trees offering flowers, leaves and berries that have long been valued in traditional food and herbal practices. Spring …
Seasonal lunch – sumemr solstice
On June 20th, 2026, we are hosting a Seasonal Lunch to celebrate the Summer Solstice, inspired by seasonal ingredients, Ayurvedic principles and the simple pleasure of sharing food together. This …
Supper Club – A Feast of Wild Flavours
I’m so excited to invite you to something very close to my heart – my first Supper Club – A Feast of Wild Flavours, happening on Friday 3rd October, 18:00–21:00 …
Warm Kale and Brussels Sprouts Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing
This vibrant, nourishing dish highlights the natural flavors of kale and Brussels sprouts, complemented by a creamy, tangy dressing. Perfect as a side or a light main, it’s packed with …
Stingy nettles and Mushroom soup
Stingy Nettles and Mushroom Soup, springtime in a bowl!
Nettles are packed with vitamins A, C, K, and Bs. Plus, they’re loaded with minerals like iron, calcium, and magnesium. They’re basically the spinach of the wild.
Kitchari: Step by step
Kitchari is an ideal meal during times of stress, illness, change of seasons, and it is the primary food during Ayurvedic internal cleansing.
Too Many Apples? Here’s What to Do!
Welcome to Cookfromscratch with Chef Peter! If your kitchen is overflowing with apples and you’re wondering what to do with them, Chef Peter has just the recipe to transform those …
Kitchari class at the Summer Solstice Retreat in margate
Join Geny Caloisi, from ‘Cook from Scratch’ in this enlightening cooking tutorial as she demonstrates how to prepare Kitchari, a renowned Ayurvedic dish ideal for detoxifying and restoring balance during …