From chip-shop staple to artisanal ferment… how tangy vinegars have been livening up British mealtimes for generations

Spread a bulky mulch on top of the soil surface around the base of young apple trees to condition the soil, hold in moisture and suppress weeds. This will all help the tree to establish well. Use well

Across the country, small producers are rediscovering the ancient art of fermentation, with delicious results. Tom Howells samples British-made kefir, kombucha, kraut and more

Blending the old and the new, Diana Yates has gently updated the kitchen in her cottage home, creating the perfect environment for calming morning rituals before the rest of the household stirs

New drinks and tipples to try

Rosie Irving explains why we should help preserve these sadly vanishing older varieties