Category: The Edible Garden
OOven-roasted Asparagus with Garlic and Lemon
After a few patient years, my asparagus bed is finally producing enough for proper meals. There’s nothing quite like those first crisp spears, roasted with olive oil, garlic, and lemon until the edges char. Simple, fresh, and exactly what spring tastes like.
HHow to Cook Jerusalem Artichokes – Easy Recipes & Ideas
Knobbly, earthy, and low maintainence in the vege garden, Jerusalem artichokes are a winter kitchen staple. Also called sunchokes, they transform from humble soil-clingers into creamy soups and caramelised roasts. Once planted, they return year after year, a quiet reminder of resilience and seasonal eating.
HHow to cook with Honeysuckle Flowers
Dandelions, sweet violets and elderflower are high on my spring foraging list, but in summer honeysuckle reigns supreme. It turns out honeysuckle has uses beyond its visual appeal. I decided I wanted share some of the many way I know of how to cook with honeysuckle flowers.
HHow to pickle grape leaves
There’s something magical about stumbling upon an unexpected treasure in the wild. A grapevine, untamed and winding its way over a fence and through the trees, catches my eye on a morning walk. Bunches of unripe grapes hang among broad green leaves—what really excites me, though, are those leaves, perfect for pickling and making dolmades.
HHow to make dandelion coffee
Discover how to make dandelion coffee, a rich, caffeine-free brew crafted from roasted dandelion roots. With its nutty, earthy flavor and a touch of history, this drink is a satisfying way to transform an often-overlooked plant into a seasonal delight. From harvesting to brewing, embrace this sustainable and simple process for your next cozy cup.
HHow to make Olive Leaf Tea
“Discover how to make olive leaf tea, a simple yet delightful brew introduced to me by Helen Melser, author of The Olive Tree in My Kitchen. This refreshing tea is perfect for adding a unique touch to your tea garden and embracing centuries-old traditions of brewing and sharing.
HHow to make Elderflower Champagne
Learning how to make Elderflower Champagne is easy and worth the effort. It was one of our earliest forays into foraging, and though it took three months to develop its flavour in the bottle, actually making it took almost no time. We’ve made it every year since—whenever we can—perfecting the recipe over almost a decade.