The humble Bramley apple is something of a nation’s favourite; these reliable cooking apples taste delicious in cakes, pastries, puddings and home preserves, and their size means they go a long way. … read more

For some peculiar reason, marmalade isn’t nearly as popular in the UK as jam, both in terms of consuming it and making it. Perhaps it’s less popular with shoppers because they perceive that the only … read more

Everyone loves the peak preserving season, when summer fruit seems to ripen faster than you can pick it, and the early autumn harvest of beans, tomatoes and other vegetables means that another batch … read more

It’s a fact that lots of people don’t particularly relish January. That post-Christmas slump as we head to work; cold and dark days filled with miserable weather; and a seemingly endless wait until … read more

Dare we mention the ‘C’ word yet? Yes, we’re talking about Christmas which is now just a few short weeks away. That means that it’s time to start thinking about what gifts to give friends, family … read more