The Delectable Garden Food Blog. A collection of recipes inspired by my seasonal garden.
Raspberry Cupcakes with White Chocolate Frosting are as delicious as they are pretty. Tart raspberries and white chocolate are a tantalising combination, perfect for parties or afternoon tea. These elegant Cupcakes will not disappoint. Edible flowers can brighten up salads, add a touch of class …
Three classic cocktails with The Delectable Garden twist. I adore cocktails, they are fun to make and drink. Whether I’m at home entertaining family and friends or on a night out cocktails are always on the menu! I’m lucky enough to like most spirits so …
This fragrant and intensely flavoured Vietnamese Beef Stir-fry is a crowd pleaser that’s simple to make any day of the week. It’s easy to whip up on a weekday and special enough to replace the weekend takeaway. They say food is the way to a …
Velvety, rich and indulgent, this Mint Hot Chocolate delivers a serious chocolate hit when you need it. This week I wanted to share a cocktail recipe, blackberries are in season and they are amazing in cocktails. However with the 24 hours of rain we have …
My Roasted Pepper and Feta Pasta Salad uses the best of summers produce to deliver a fresh and smoky lunch that is both healthy and delicious. Italian food is my favourite. I love how they cook with fresh ingredients and passion, you can really taste …
There is nothing more delicious than baking with fresh homegrown produce that are in season. These Lemon and Blueberry Cupcakes are light, fluffy and sweet, with a little tang from the lemon and fresh blueberries. I will get round to doing a post about my …
Tart rhubarb and zesty ginger collide with dry gin to create a refreshing and exotic infusion. This ginfusion is dedicated to our Ann (my aunty). A few weeks ago we had an impromptu gathering at Ann’s house. It was a nice evening so we were …
These invigorating Lemon and Herb Overnight Oats will definitely perk up your mornings. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Not because it provides us with energy and essential nutrients we need, but because of Breakfast Club! It’s an event that I look …
Roast Chicken with Summer Glazed Vegetables is a delicious, quick and easy alternative to a full-blown Sunday dinner. Gary constantly nags me for a roast Sunday dinner but the last thing I want to do in summer is spend all-day in a hot kitchen cooking, then clean …
A classic mix of simple and fresh ingredients are what makes this pea and mint soup so special. Peas are one of the first things I grew, I didn’t have much space so wanted something easy to grow with a high yield. We ended up …