Recipes

Welcome to my world of preserving.  This collection contains recipes to suit every taste, from the sweet and luscious, hot and fragrant through to wonderful tongue tickling salty and tangy flavours. 

With recipes for beginners as well as those ready to step up to the next level, it contains classics as well as artisanal preserves. 

Adding vibrancy, diversity and sustenance, life is better with a preserve on the table.  Delve into the art of preserving and if you have any questions or need more information, I would love to hear from you. 


  • Pickles, Chutney, Relish & Sauces

Pickled Cranberries

The fresh clean acid flavour of the cranberry makes a perfect accompaniment to rich food.  If you're lucky enough to...

  • Pickles, Chutney, Relish & Sauces

Pickled Nasturtium Seeds

The seductive pungent and spicy taste of nasturtiums, that lingers pleasantly in the mouth, is a kitchen gardener’s delight. The...

  • Pickles, Chutney, Relish & Sauces

Pickled Spiced Plums

Pickled plums add an exotic touch  to charcuterie boards, game and rich meats like pork and turkey. They add a...

  • Preserves

Preserved Lemon

The salty sour combination of preserved lemons may sound unusual but it really works! Their versatility is beginning to be...

  • Fruit Cheeses, Butters & Curds

Quince Paste

A container of quince paste is an indispensable pantry staple and goes a long way. Easy to make, economical and versatile, it...

Sweet Cucumber Relish

When the pickling cucumbers are running rampant in the kitchen garden, take control and transform the cool green cuc’s into...