The softness of these early spring days is heartbreakingly lovely: the birdsong, the quality of light, the gentle but perceptible warmth of the sun; and who could resist the antics of those gangs of new lambs racing in the fields for the joy of … [Read more...]
East Asian chicken salad
This salad is crunchy, clean-tasting and zingy with lime, ginger and chili, so it's great for making you feel healthier and less blah about winter. It's a delicious combination of raw vegetables (all your five-a-day), tender chicken with a crispy … [Read more...]
Edible equinox: early spring on a plate
It is cold here in rural Cambridgeshire, but undeniably spring. The snowdrops and crocuses are long gone and the daffodils are just entering their glory phase, with the best still to come. Primulas are in fancy dress, and violets are blooming in … [Read more...]