Blackberry picking

Blackberry picking

The pure joy of picking fruit is, I think, to eat not what you want but rather what nature is giving you at that moment and accept it, to live in total harmony with nature and the seasons. I felt a bit foolish the first time we took our daughter blackberry picking and explained to…

The History of Spring Cleaning and What We Do
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The History of Spring Cleaning and What We Do

The tradition of spring cleaning goes back even further than I imagine most people realise. I think many, like me, visualise it as a Victorian tradition of taking the rugs outside to beat out the dust and whitewashing the walls. However, the practice can be seen far back in time, in many different cultures, and…

Chocolate Easter Tart – Vegan and Gluten-Free
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Chocolate Easter Tart – Vegan and Gluten-Free

This tart was invented to create a simple but delicious dessert that my sister-in-law would be able to enjoy with us. We are always experimenting with vegan, gluten-free, and toddler-friendly foods so that everyone can sit down together and enjoy a great meal together. This tart is a bit pricey to make as it uses…