Sissi

Quince is a funny-looking, chubby tangy fruit with an incredible aroma and a huge preserving potential. Quince-infused vodka requires some patience, but the subtle, slightly sweet, aromatic, amber-coloured result is definitely worth waiting for.

Vineyard peach has been planted in the vineyards since the XVIIth century to alert their owners of the mildew attacking precious vines. This peach with incredibly coloured flesh is juicy, tangy and perfect for flavoursome, beautiful jams.

This sauce can be made with any plum variety and is a great way to use up the less-than-perfect white wine. It is perfect served as a dip with Asian dumplings, rolls or other snacks.

As a notorious sweet pepper pickler I decided this year to experiment with hot chilies. A big amount of garlic and delicate, sweetened vinegar proved a perfect pairing for the moderately hot Turkish variety called "aci sivri".