I like food. I like eating food; I like sharing food; and I like cooking food: for myself, for my family and friends, for anyone who will come share it with me. I like cooking new foods and recipes; I like cooking old familiar favourites; and I like putting new twists on old recipes and finding new things to do with known ingredients. This is a record of some experiments and experiences. Enjoy!

Homemade Vinegars

Back in the autumn, my dad shared a video with me by Pro Home Cooks on making your own vinegar at home. I was intrigued, and after...

I spent part of my last visit to my parents' house harvesting this year's rosehips, so I thought I would throw up a little pantry post on...

As I may have mentioned a couple of times, we love light lunches, with a more substantial meal in the evening. Lunch therefore often...

As mentioned in Day 97 of The Challenge Happy Thanksgiving (a little belatedly)! Pumpkin pie is a staple Thanksgiving and Christmas food...

As mentioned in Day 93 of The Challenge I saw a recipe title for pomegranate and chestnut chicken stew, but we're in lock down and I...

As mentioned in Day 79 of The Challenge This was a hunch that I decided to follow and I am delighted I did. Both rosehips and pumpkins...

As mentioned in Day 64 of The Challenge I love rosehips and their season is upon us! (So many seasons, it's wonderful, I know!). They are...

I only discovered rose-hips two years ago, My brother-in-law mentioned them as one of our rose bushes wasn't being pruned. My grandmother...

Cooking for me is very much a shared experience. Please do feel free to send me requests, comments or questions.