Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
Sweet Tea Jelly is great on toast or biscuits, and amazing in the center of a thumbprint sugar cookie. But for a little something different, use it as a glaze for chicken wings or a pork roast.
This is a jam that fascinates. Tangy citrus, sweet apples and the tannins of good tea all wrapped up in floral aromas. There is a bonus recipe for Satsuma Marmalade.
One of the best fruits of summer, Peaches, are enhanced by the delicate floral notes of honey and the hint of Bergamot in Earl Grey Tea. For some reason I can't get Do-Re-Mi from Sound of Music out of my head...
Sweet, spicy, warm, this chai simple syrup channels a comforting cuppa in a luscious syrup. Topping hearty pumpkin pancakes and shaken into a wonderful winter cocktail, it's a delicious way to spice up your [or someone else's] life!