I think Hodmedod’s is the future of our food: UK grown, organic, veg-based, heritage crops that are backed up with care for the soil and the environment, with inspiring recipes and innovative products. We should all be eating less meat, but also less processed food. My worry is that the … Read More
St Georges Mushrooms have started to appear nearly a month late. They are so-called as they tend to pop up on St Georges day, but with last month’s drought and cold, they very sensibly stayed tucked up in bed until it got a bit warmer. They grow in pastures and … Read More
These Romano Peppers from the Isle of Wight Tomato Stall are truly spectacular – and are the ideal vehicle for creating a delicious meal using up your leftovers. Any remains can be quickly transformed – with rice, beans or pulses, combined with gently fried onion and garlic, and enhanced with … Read More
I love one-pot wonders as it keeps the washing up under control while creating a dish that oozes with flavours. I recommend sausages AND chorizo because it gives you an extra level of texture, and it’s worth cooking the chorizo in small chunks until it’s a little bit crispy on … Read More
We have a lovely new range of flavoured Dorset Sea Salts that are ideal for cocktails, marinating meat, cooking and finishing. There’s a whole world of science around salt, with its primary use in cooking as a seasoning to enhance flavour. It’s an essential mineral component of a healthy diet, … Read More
Now that we can meet up outside, it’s time to work on your BBQ skills in order to make the most of new-found social activity. The trick is to invest in some decent charcoal, as this holds its heat for much longer and isn’t doused in chemicals. Then find a … Read More
With restaurants closed or fully booked up for takeaway it’s time to start planning your Valentine’s Day meal and you just might have to venture into the kitchen. Start with the best ingredients, keep it simple and you’ve won half the battle. In the butchery, we have the full steak … Read More
If you want to really enjoy a full veggie meal that fills you up and gives you a full range of tastes, textures, and nutrients with each bite, then the Buddha Bowl is the way to go. This is a great way to use different vegetables from a veg box, … Read More
This is such a simple dish, the trick is to cook the mushrooms right and be extremely generous with the garlic. Chestnut, button, or large flat mushrooms are great, and we also have a mix of more exotic mushrooms from the New Forest which include yellow and pink oyster mushrooms, … 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