An amateur once again

Education doesn’t start and finish at school and university, says Diana. Follow your curiosity, hone your skills and discover new talents with a willingness to learn, for life

FRESH FROM

I consider myself a cook who grows her ingredients rather than a gardener who cooks. Don’t ask me about roses or when to prune a clematis. I’m as lost as you are. But if I can eat it, I’m interested.

When a friend came to visit recently she loved all the colour in our flower garden but she took one look at the veg garden and said, “Ah, food!” There’s nothing better than harvesting delicious fresh

A keen gardener’s love of colour and fragrance has resulted in a small garden with big impact

Full of colour and flavour, these fresh but warming plates are perfect for lunch or supper on September days