Back in the summer, we popped into a farm shop for lunch. We love finding farm shops, when we’re out and about. They tend to have local produce on the menu, which means that they really care about the food they serve. This one was no exception. They specialised in […]
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Now for some mud and a scone recipe
First time we have taken the children to Tarr Steps in the middle of Exmoor. There is a clapper bridge that spans the River Barle, which is either prehistoric or medieval. There is a wonderful legend about the Devil building it and not allowing anyone to cross the bridge, until […]
Read moreBaking with Lavender
Since tasting Lavender and Almond cake at the Lavender farm, I have been determined to try baking it at home. I cannot think of anything else that I have baked that is so naturally pretty. I love the little specks of lavender in the cake and, of course, it smells […]
Read moreElderflower Cordial time again!
I love elderflower cordial. We have several elder trees in our garden and, this time of year, the elderflower scent seems to fill the air, no matter where you are in the garden. This week I headed into one of our nearest towns, to pick up the citric acid that […]
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