by Marion Taylor | Aug 27, 2020 | News, Recipes
Courgette and lime cake is an all time favourite here at Overt Locke. A few years ago there was a debate between the staff as to which sponge cake was the best. So we put it to the vote and guess what?…. The courgette and lime cake won! It was made for all the...
by Marion Taylor | Aug 21, 2020 | News, Recipes
Here’s a simple jam recipe which is perfect for this time of year. It is from the Kilner website. They have lots of recipes and creative bits a pieces to make. Click here to have a look. We stock a wide range of jam jars (including Kilner), thermometers, maslin...
by Marion Taylor | Sep 11, 2019 | News, Recipes
Preserving your fruit and veg It’s that time of year when lots of fruit and veg is ready for harvesting in abundance. It’s great to grow your own, but in most cases it is ripe for eating all at once and you have too much to eat and don’t want to...
by Marion Taylor | Aug 1, 2019 | News, Recipes
Why make jam? Making jam is a great way to preserve your leftover fruit and stop it from going to waste. If it is preserved correctly, it can last up to 2 years unopened. It is also delicious with toast, ice cream, on top of cheesecakes, inside cakes and more! Why not...
by Marion Taylor | Jul 12, 2019 | News, Recipes
As the Summer holidays are nearly upon us, hopefully this warm weather will continue and to cool you down, how about trying to make ice lollies with this easy recipe guide. Equipment The only equipment you need is: an appropriate ice lolly shaped container – you...
by Marion Taylor | May 21, 2019 | News, Recipes
Elderflower cordial Yes it’s elderflower cordial time again. You may have noticed the little clusters of white flowers on the hedgerows. If you would like to buy any homebrew equipment, please pop in or you can order online at newly revamped website...
