Learn when to lift, cure and store garlic and onions successfully at home this summer. July is an exciting month on the veg patch. Early-sown peas, French beans, lettuce and radish are often ready to harvest. It’s also the time of year when many garlic and onion crops are ready to lift. Knowing when and [...]

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QI have been growing onions from seed this year and at least a third of them have gone to seed. Where am I going wrong? Donald AOnions are biennials which means they usually grow during year one and flower and set seed in year two. But when th eplant feels stressed, it panics [...]

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Preserving your garden crop by freezing is a great way to maintain nutritious value and make it last for months. Find out how to freeze your harvest in this blog: Why should you freeze food? Freezing your harvest is an ideal way to ensure your crop stays fresh for as [...]

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The season is noticeably changing from late summer to autumn, and temperatures have started to take a nosedive. As a result, the soil will gradually lose heat accumulated in it over the preceding summer months. Subsequently, this makes it difficult for seeds to germinate and newly planted plants to establish roots. An easy [...]

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Some of your fruits, vegetables and herbs will last longer and taste fantastic when dried. Preserve your harvest for longer by drying them for long-lasting tasty snacks. Why should you dry your food? The simple reason drying food out makes it last longer, is that without moisture, bacteria, yeast, and [...]

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This cosy dish is sure to be a winter warmer that’s full of flavour. Make it in bulk for lunches through the colder months, or serve it as a starter for a festive meal. Scroll to see my recipe card for French onion soup. Cooking French onion soup A main [...]

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After sweet treats over the festive period, this flatbread is the perfect combination of sweet and savoury to satisfy your tastebuds. The mixture of flavours is delicious, so gather your ingredients for this lovely sharing dish. Growing onions Onions are a staple in so many meals, so growing your own is [...]

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Where do shallots come from? Though they hail originally from Southeast Asia, shallots managed to make their way to the Mediterranean and into classic Greek literature. But they are still most associated with France, which has been called their ‘spiritual home’. Then, the subtle depths of shallot flavour have been at the heart of [...]

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More and more of us are using our outdoor space to grow food. It saves money, cuts down on air miles and makes us more self-sufficient. Not to mention the pride you will have when harvesting your homegrown crops that will taste so much better than shop-bought ones. Starting a new veg plot [...]

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Onions are a hugely popular vegetable and have many uses in the kitchen. They are also an easy veg to grow and a great one for beginners. Onions grow best in an open, sunny site with plenty of space, but you can also plant them in deep containers. No more [...]

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