Go alfresco to eat

…to play games, share suppers, laugh a lot and make bonds for life. Creating meaningful moments with friends and family at home has never felt more important. Here’s your IRL guide to entertaining today

DREAM PLANT GROW PICK MAKE BUY

Looking back on a spring and summer that offered everything from strong winds and torrential downpours to heatwaves and hosepipe bans in rapid succession, it does remind us of the endless challenges p

Nothing beats home-grown crops for flavour, but if a kitchen garden with its regimented rows of fruit and vegetables doesn’t appeal, then consider creating a pretty potager

Whether you have a tiny terrace or a sprawling plot, now is the perfect time to rewild a patch of earth and create your own edible oasis

Embrace the rich russet and amber colours of autumn harvests and crisp foliage with these styling ideas and homemade crafts that celebrate the season