Tag Archive 'GYO'

Wild about Ramsons

It seems the very air I breath is permeated with wild garlic this week. Wild garlic or ramsons is similar to ramps, or wild leeks, both belonging to the allium family. Like ramps they grow anywhere moist and shady, like damp woods, stream banks etc. They do have a bulb which is edible, [...]

Hot Porridge Mornings

Some people make their porridge with water. Some people add salt. My neighbour frequently has hers with her favourite kippers from the Isle of Man. Me, I’m a decadent, hot, creamy, spiced sugar type of porridge lover. The richer the better, and the promise of a steaming, creaming bowl of organic oats is one of [...]