Did you know that the Butchers sell fish?? Why not try this quick one-pan fish recipe.

This month, how about having a try at sprouted seeds, a delicious and healthy way to eat while the days are still short and spring seems some way off …

Unlike our Apple Days in 2022 and 2023 which were held in mellow autumn sunshine, our 2024 morning started in heavy rain. Tarpaulins and matting were spread over the worst of the muddy patches and we feared for the turnout. But, as 10 o’clock arrived, so did the ticket-holders, in

Earlier in 2024 we were asked by Maldon District Council whether we wanted to be part of a district wide bid to develop local community orchards. Of course, we said yes!

On a cold winter afternoon, what better than to come home to some home-baked treats to have with a cup of tea or hot chocolate.

Another home-baked treat to have with a warming cuppa.

If stored in the fridge, this compote would last until Christmas and would make a festive alternative to Christmas Pudding if you would like a lighter dessert.

All the ingredients for this cake can be found at Freds or Morrisons. You can either use pumpkin puree from a tin, or make your own from a pumpkin bought at the veg van.

At this time of year there are hedgerows full of sloes, ready to be made into preserves.

English apples are still widely available and they match very well with pork for a tasty meal.