Today is the last day of August, so technically that means it's autumn tomorrow! Well according to meteorological calendar; autumn starts on September 1st and finishes on November 30th. However, if you follow the astronomical calendar, there are a few more weeks until autumn starts. For the northern hemisphere, autumn starts on September 23, the same day… Continue reading Five Things Friday
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Pickled Onions – Two Ways
I love pickled onions, they are one of the best condiments and homemade ones are the absolute best. When the Handsome One and I moved in together in July 2017, I started pretty much straight away started planning Christmas and making pickled onions, along with chutney, jam and mincemeat was high up on the to-do… Continue reading Pickled Onions – Two Ways
Elderberry Jam Recipe
T'is the time of year to pick those gorgeous, dark fruits and transform them into something even more tasty. You'll probably know this, but elderberries are what happens when you don't pick the elderflowers to make cordial (or gin). They're slightly tart, little berries of joy - I absolutely love them but this is the… Continue reading Elderberry Jam Recipe
Five Things Friday
Hello Friday, you little beauty you. This week has felt incredibly long, so I'm exceptionally pleased Friday has arrived. Aretha Franklin I still can't believe Aretha Franklin has passed away. I grew up with her music; her songs are in some of my favourite films (My Best Friend's Wedding being one of them), her music… Continue reading Five Things Friday
Homemade Rhubarb & Ginger Jam
Jam with rhubarb and ginger, I mean, what's not to like? Unless you don't like either of these ingredients, in which case you'd better not read any further. However, it only take two changes to amend this recipe to make rhubarb and orange jam, which I'll include at the end.* I love jam but I… Continue reading Homemade Rhubarb & Ginger Jam
Five Things Friday
Hello Friday, you gorgeous thing you. As I look out the window, it's raining and what a welcome sight that is. It was actually the first time in ages that I walked Bella and needed my Barbour for the entire walk, as it was 11 degrees! Cooking Our neighbours grow rhubarb and they literally have… Continue reading Five Things Friday
Abi in the Garden 