Lavender and Lovage
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A blog by South African-born Karen Booth. Lavender and Lovage features original and lively food writing alongside atmospheric food styling. Karen is currently writing a cookbook based on her research into British food recipes, customs, and traditions.
Lavender and Lovage
2d ago
I love the TV series, All Creatures Great and Small, and I love seeing all the food, such as Mrs Hall’s Yorkshire Dales Cooked Breakfast.
A Classic Yorkshire Breakfast from All Creatures Great and Small
I am thoroughly enjoying the lastest series of All Creatures Great and Small, and I love seeing what Mrs Hall cooks for everyone, especially her famous Mrs Hall’s Yorkshire Dales Cooked Breakfast.
It’s so good that some of the actors have over indulged in them, especially Samuel West with the black pudding, according to the ACGAS blog ..read more
Lavender and Lovage
5d ago
Exploring Wine Regions: How To Document Your Travels In A Digital Magazine – Blending photos & stories into an interactive publication.
Exploring Wine Regions: How To Document Your Travels In A Digital Magazine
Travelling through wine regions offers a unique blend of adventure, culture, and sensory delight. Imagine wandering through rolling vineyards, tasting world-class wines, and meeting passionate winemakers. Capturing these experiences and sharing them in a digital magazine allows you to relive your journey and invite others to join you virtually ..read more
Lavender and Lovage
5d ago
How to keep your Garden Neat and Tidy during the Winter – Here are a few tips on how to keep your garden neat and tidy during the winter.
As the summer months fade, and the colder weather is well and truly here; wherever you are, you probably won’t be spending as much time in your garden as you were before – unless, of course, you’re lucky enough to live in warmer climates all year round ..read more
Lavender and Lovage
5d ago
How to have the Perfect Countryside Break – There’s something about a countryside break that just can’t be beat
There’s something about a countryside break that just can’t be beaten. Spending time with your friends and family in the great outdoors, getting a chance to just be at one with nature and take a step back from the stresses of modern day life.
Too often in today’s world we are just sitting in front of a screen, whereas a break away from this can do us no end of good ..read more
Lavender and Lovage
1w ago
Today’s recipe for Vintage BeRo Cheese Scones is an amended 1960’s BeRo recipe that I have been making for years.
A Family Recipe from an Old BeRo Cookbook
Today’s recipe for Vintage BeRo Cheese Scones is an amended BeRo recipe that I have been making for years – they rise spectacularly and have a light and flaky crumb.
Serve these as part of a Sunday tea, as I did last week, or any supper of family weekday tea – they are delicious served with soup and stew too ..read more
Lavender and Lovage
1w ago
Coping with Long Trips Abroad – Even if you love travelling, there are of parts of the experience which can often be quite tiring.
Coping with Long Trips Abroad – Even if you love travelling, there are of parts of the experience which can often be quite tiring. With that in mind, it might be worth thinking about some of the things you can do to survive long trips abroad, making the experience easier than you think ..read more
Lavender and Lovage
2w ago
A fabulous autumn dessert, this recipe for Apple In and Out (Baked Suet Apple Pudding) is extremely easy to make.
An Old-Fashioned Pudding Recipe from The West Country
A fabulous autumn dessert, this recipe for Apple In and Out (Baked Suet Apple Pudding) is extremely easy to make.
With only four main ingredients, this apple recipe is also an egg-free and a dairy-free pudding, when using vegetarian suet.
Thought to orginiate from the English county of Devon, I have seen recipes in old cookbooks from most of The West Country ..read more
Lavender and Lovage
2w ago
How to Travel the World on a Budget: Adventure Awaits. One of the best ways to save money while travelling is to plan ahead.
Travelling the world is a dream for many, but the cost often feels like a barrier. However, with careful planning and smart choices, you can explore breathtaking destinations without breaking the bank.
From finding affordable accommodation to making the most of local experiences, budget travel allows you to see the world in a way that’s both exciting and cost-effective ..read more
Lavender and Lovage
3w ago
Creeping into autumn with a fruit crumble. This Brown Sugar and Almond Plum Crumble recipe epitomises sweet autumnal comfort food.
A Sweet Pudding for the Autumn and Winter Months
Creeping into autumn with a crunchy topped fruit crumble. This Brown Sugar and Almond Plum Crumble recipe epitomises sweet autumnal comfort food.
Brown sugar and almonds are mixed with a traditional buttery crumble topping before being spooned over damsons and Victoria plums ..read more
Lavender and Lovage
1M ago
My adaptation of Delia Smith’s recipe for Old Dowerhouse Plum Chutney, using Autumn fruits and warm, aromatic spices.
Traditional Stove Top Method and Ninja Foodi Method
I am very much into preserving right now, and with my excess plums, I have made an adaptation of Delia Smith’s recipe for Old Dowerhouse Plum Chutney.
As I didn’t have any tomatoes to hand, I left them out, and I also added some aromatic spices to my recipe too ..read more