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  • New additions to the family
    A couple of hens have added interest to my surroundings. Especially today while being unwell and in bed , I could hear tapping on the glass doors only to be greeted by one plump white hen. Have to say I am enjoying my fresh eggs. My little orchard has put on great growth over summer and come next year should Continue Reading...
  • It’s tomato time
    I seem to find it hard to post a regular blog but I have decided that I need to find the time!!!This summer has been wonderful for my vegetable garden. I have been over run with produce. The tomatoes have been great and I have made some wonderful dishes and relish with my tomatoes. I take my hat off to Continue Reading...
  • Yes it is winter!!!!
    I never seem to have enough hours in the day and with winter upon us it is even more difficult. One of my favourite dishes over winter is chicken with tarragon and Dijon mustard and roast vegetable tart with pesto and ricotta. Both these dishes are in some of my classes over winter…along with some really nice tasty soups. My Continue Reading...
  • Hens Party!!!
    Had fun this month hosting my first hens party here at maison de cuisine…drinks and platters in the courtyard and then a cooking class....
  • Wahoo summer is on the way!!!
    Yes we are almost into November…and I have been busy getting my summer vegetable garden planted…mind you, someone forgot to tell mother earth about summer being on the way and the rain and cold days are getting a bit tiring!!! I was listening to the radio this morning and heard a great idea on how to keep the white butterfly away Continue Reading...