Summer and Strawberry Soup

Summer and Strawberry Soup

SUMMER In my opinion, Summer is the best time of year. Yes, there is something to be said for Spring with its host of golden daffodils. There is something to be said for Autumn, season of mists and mellow fruitfulness. Even Winter has a popular crisp brightness.   But...
Growing a bee friendly garden from seed

Growing a bee friendly garden from seed

Growing a bee friendly garden from seed  Bees love shrubs and trees.  They zoom amongst lavender stalks, land lightly on apple blossom and drink nectar from pussy willow. But to really give your bees a treat and encourage them to stay in your garden all year round,...
The ritual of afternoon tea

The ritual of afternoon tea

the ritual of afternoon tea Over 200 years ago, the Duchess of Bedford began our island tradition of afternoon tea. As the clock ticks nearer to 4pm, ladies abandon their books and complete their last circuit of the rose garden. In the drawing room, dust motes float...
Suffolkated

Suffolkated

suffolkated by angie lee-foster One day, ten days before Christmas, we drove into the Market Square in Woodbridge. The scene was magical. A little snow had fallen bringing to life the ancient houses; a true Christmas card scene. Our eyes were wide with excitement and...