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?
Our local plum variety used to be the plum of choice for jam manufacturers. When combined with English lavender it makes a colourful preserve worthy of a royal garden party.
Strawberries & Anise Hyssop were meant for each other! A true dessert jam, serve room temp or warm with delicate flavors like cheesecake, warm bread & butter, mascarpone… or by the spoonful right from the jar.
Drying chives, like most herbs, is an easy thing to do. The flavour is far superior of anything store bought - just the smell of these makes me crave sour cream and a potato (something I never crave).
