Nope, the assortment of produce above wasn’t purchased by me. This is the second week in a row that I haven’t been able to get to the market, and I’m starting to feel the pangs of withdrawal. This time, it was work; I don’t generally do Sundays but was called upon this week. Luckily Andrew went to the market in my stead, following my shopping list (lower left) to the letter. Read more…
I didn’t make it to the market yesterday, but luckily I’m not veg-less today. My village has a fantastic farm shop that, while I don’t exactly frequent, I definitely make use of when in a pinch. Though I have to be careful about some origins (those oranges along the wall, for instance- I’m not sure they’re exactly local), the produce is fresh and plentiful and delicious. Read more…
I know it’s not the prettiest Valentine’s Day heart around, but considering the random and misshapen assortment of vegetables I had to work with, I think it’s pretty cute. Read more…
One of the good things about my new job (besides the delicious food and regular money, of course) is how it forces me appreciate my days off from it. I woke up this morning in a great mood, happy to have a day to cook, read and putter around, just as I saw fit. Read more…
I’ve never been much of a pink girl, but combined with my favourite colour, shades of pink and purple just sing, don’t they? Luckily, veg are more than just pretty: these ones are set to make my week ahead delicious, too. Read more…
Yesterday was one of those rare winter days that reminds me what I love about England- the springtime. Granted, it’s still a good few months away, but its promise was in the air yesterday, fresh and mild and with a certain undeniable excitement. On the way to the farmer’s market I noticed a) a woman wearing a short dress with bare legs (brave), b) more than the usual number of casual smokers hanging around outside (very brave, considering), and c) a plethora of small children who, for once, did not resemble miniature Michelin men. Read more…
Yesterday was the first farmer’s market of the new year, and I headed out early in the morning to make the most of it. Unfortunately, many of the actual farmers didn’t- vendor turnout was sparse. Apparently, I’m not the only one reluctant to return to everyday life after the holiday! I did manage to find some food though, and these are my cooking plans for the week ahead. Read more…
I’m sitting here with a much-deserved cup of tea, recovering from a very busy day.
Up by 8:45, I was out buying coffee and croissants by 9:45, and over at my sister’s by 10:30. Today we tag-teamed our Christmas Stollen, an annual sisterly tradition for the past four or five years. If you’ve ever made Stollen before, you’ll know that it can be quite an undertaking. Luckily, between all the mixings, kneadings and risings, I managed to find time to nip out to the market, too. Read more…
What can I say? I was in an artistic mood this morning- hence the lovely framing job I’ve done here. I admit I’m one leek shy of a picture, but I don’t think it takes too much away. Read more…
I’m writing this rather late in the day, post-dinner and pre-bedtime. This morning’s trip to the farmer’s market seems like years ago; since then I’ve been busy catching up with family, sewing, running errands and (of course) cooking. Luckily, I brought home a delicious haul, one that will hopefully keep me going for the next week. Read more…
