Sloeberries

We have been experimenting with sweet accompaniments for cheese. For many years we have paired hard sheep’s or goat’s milk … Continue reading Sloeberries

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Normandy Apple Tart

Birthday in lockdown Valerie made me an apple tart Continue reading Normandy Apple Tart

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Tarte aux Pommes

Valerie is a great pastry cook. She discovered her talent 20 years ago when we arranged an impromptu tea party. … Continue reading Tarte aux Pommes

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Quince

A friend has a quince tree in her garden and in late October often provides me with a bag of … Continue reading Quince

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I Love Pears

I love pears. When I was a child my mother would often serve up tinned fruit with Carnation Milk as … Continue reading I Love Pears