Pineapples are appearing in the market. Is Summer so close? The pineapples are flown in from Queensland I suppose, a bright splash of colour next to the mushrooms and potatoes. Once upon a time I would try for a tropical look, something reminiscent of Hawaii five-O, … [Read more...] about Dances with Pineapples
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Rhubarb and Apple Crumble
Rhubarb is an excellent fruit for cooking, it's cheap enough and easy enough, for anyone to cook. Remember, never use the roots or the leaves! Here's a little dish for dessert pairing rhubarb with apple and topped with a crumble. Crumble originated in the Second … [Read more...] about Rhubarb and Apple Crumble
The Joy of Rhubarb
Rhubarb is one of those plants that seem to have fallen out of favour. I know why, it takes patience to grow, a commodity seriously lacking in modern housekeepers. Like the glorious quince, rhubarb could soon disappear from gardens forever, mourned only by a few old … [Read more...] about The Joy of Rhubarb