We’d like to introduce a brand new gin from Portsmouth Distillery: Tudor Gin uses the same botanicals that were found on the Mary Rose, including hazelnut, hemp seed, dandelion and cherry.  It is a London Dry (read here to find out what that entails) with the mildly bitter, toasty hazelnut flavour … Read More

This has to be one of my favourite dishes, that turns the humble courgette into a delicacy worthy of the finest tables, despite the simple ingredients.  You need small, fresh courgettes, either from the shop, or freshly picked.  You also need to prepare the courgettes half an hour before cooking … Read More

We have put together a simple paella pack so that you can get cooking and enjoy all the Spanish flavours at home without having to worry about putting yourself into quarantine for two weeks. The most important ingredient is the paella rice that we get from Brindisa.  After that, you … Read More

Vegetables aren’t usually the first thing that come to mind when thinking about BBQ, but with a little planning, it’s simple to do and the results are delicious.  The smoky, charred flavour of charcoal can really enhance the flavour and texture of vegetables, and if you still want to eat … Read More

With another week of sunshine ahead of us, it’s time to get wood-fired inspired and try out some new dishes on the BBQ. We start with duck burgers from Creedy Carver.  These burgers are made with 90% duck, the only other addition being fresh spring onions, 5 spice, and seasoning.  … Read More

Nothing beats a couple of rashers of top quality bacon to improve your meal, the flavour compounds are truly irresistible, with that unique combination of sweet, smoke, meat and nutty crunch, starting with the smell and finishing with a satisfying mouthful. It’s known as a Gateway to Meat for wavering … Read More

Our friends and neighbours The Condiment Company have been making wonderful condiments since 1986, mostly for other brands, but also their own brand which is the best of the best.  It is all made by the Baker family on the Watergate Estate, about 1.5miles Northeast of the Farm Shop. All … Read More

Every week we get a delivery of Creedy Carver Chickens.  Creedy Carver has been producing the highest quality free-range chickens for 30 years.  It’s a small family farm in Devon that rear chicken and duck (although the duck is on hold at the moment due to restaurants being closed) to … Read More

Chalkstream Trout with Isle of Wight Tomato Salsa & fried Jersey Royal Potatoes.   We are fortunate to be surrounded by fantastic producers who create the finest ingredients.  Locally sourced, they are fresh, nutritious and because the taste is so good, cooking is remarkably simple. Many of these producers (such … Read More

Yarty is a wonderful local producer run by Jayne and David, with a superb range of vinegar and cordials that use local ingredients based on old family recipes.  We use Black Garlic vinegar as an alternative to balsamic vinegar, but if you need further inspiration, read on… Let “Black Garlic … Read More

Last week we had a swarm of honey bees near the car park, and called up the Stansted beekeeper, John Geden to come and rescue them. A swarm forms when a bee colony grows too large for the hive.  The existing queen bee moves out, taking half the colony with … Read More

We have decided to start a local food delivery service starting this weekend. Products Online: You can now go to our website and buy our full range of meat from the butchery counter, local cheese, sausage rolls, and home-made pastries from the deli counter, organic veg boxes, milk and dairy, … Read More

Tom has been working here for a number of years but has renewed his commitment and signed up to an apprenticeship scheme with Highbury college (Level 3 Chef de Partie).  Tom will gain qualifications while continuing to work with us (he’ll keep his living wage, but will also work extra … Read More

We are considering a local food and drink delivery service and have put out a survey here to find out if this would be popular.  We have had a significant and positive response and we will be looking at implementing this on a trial basis soon. To summarize the survey, … Read More

This is the perfect fresh, green, garlic hit that our bodies are craving at this time of year.  Picked from the local woods by our chef, Adam, and full of healthy nutrients, anti-oxidants, and free from pesticides, fungicides and herbicides, this is food as it is meant to be. You … Read More