recipes
Elderberry guide: where to find, health benefits and recipe ideas
Late summer and early autumn are the perfect seasons for heading into the British countryside in search of elderberries. Learn how to identify, where to find, the health benefits and how to cook elderberries with our expert guide.
August foraging guide: best foods to find and recipe ideas
In August, the British countryside is filled with edible berries, mushrooms, flowers and leaves – learn how to identify and cook them with our guide to foraging in August.
July foraging guide: best foods to find and recipe ideas
Come July, the countryside is alive with edible wild plants. Here’s our expert guide on what to look out for when foraging in July, along with recipe suggestions.
Seasonal recipes to celebrate National Vegetarian Week
Celebrate National Vegetarian Week, which runs from 15th-21st May in 2023, by rustling up a vegetarian feast with our pick of seasonal and easy vegetarian recipes.
Best summer recipe ideas
Enjoy fresh and delicious seasonal meals with our pick of the best summer recipes, including tasty light bites, summer salads, sweet treats and refreshing drinks.
Monthly foraging guide: what's in season, where to find it, and how to forage responsibly
Our beginner's guide to foraging in Britain explains what you can gather in hedgerows, woodlands, along the coast and in the countryside. Learn how to forage responsibly and safely, what's in season each month and where to find it, plus recipe ideas.
Seasonal recipes from the orchard
Orchards are a source of delicious ingredients all year round. From homemade apple granola to quince sausage rolls, food photographer Stuart Ovenden reveals some of his favourite recipes
Moving to the countryside 19: How to make dandelion coffee
You can use the roots of dandelions to make a very pleasant drink – known as dandelion coffee
Five tasty campfire recipes to make with kids
Are you and your family heading off on a sunny camping trip this summer? These five easy and fun (if a little messy!) recipes are perfect to make with kids.
Baking recipes from Great British Bake Off 2013 winner Frances Quinn
Great British Bake Off 2013 winner Frances Quinn shares some of her favourite recipes, from basic vanilla cake to a showstopping strawberry shortcake.