Delights of the harvest

enjoy a shellfish feast on the Norfolk marshes ...

The harvests are now coming in thick and fast. A quick check of last year’s records show that we gathered 150 per cent more in July than June; a significant contribution being greengages on the allotm

Set the scene for a long, leisurely evening of laughter with friends with a table dressed to impress. Linen tablecloths and napkins set a more formal note, but some plump cushions add prettiness as we

Serves 4 Prep time 10 min Cook time 20 min • 10 small figs • Squeeze lemon juice • 1 tsp caster sugar • 4 tbsp mascarpone to serve For the crumble top • 4 fig rolls • 50g plain flour • 20g soft brown

Tomatoes In the freezer Cooked tomatoes freeze very well – make a big batch of fresh pomodoro or arrabbiata sauce and portion it up for the freezer. Make a preserve Try a spiced tomato chutney, tomato

Let in the light with trending yellow shades. Butter yellow was the colour of the moment this spring, adding a pastel touch of brightness to gloomy days. Now that the seasons have changed, turn up the