- 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 barbecue sauce. The wild plums bring a lovely sharpness that works surprisingly well with smoky flavours. I cooked them with onion, garlic, smoked black pepper … - 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 scent of elderflower. Every year, I look forward to this fleeting moment. Elder trees suddenly appear everywhere, covered in delicate cream-coloured blossoms that smell like … - 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 invites us to enjoy the tender shoots and delicate herbs emerging from the earth. By early summer, the landscape shifts. Trees come into their own, … - 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 is part of my Cook From Scratch project and will be a chance to slow down, connect and mark the brightest part of the year … - 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 at the W.G. Grace Community Centre, SE9. This will be an evening of delicious food, community and celebration. I’ll be cooking a three-course meal, where …
