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The best recipes for Burns Night
The Field’s best recipes for Burns Night recommends the coast’s world-famous scallops to start and a whisky-infused tart for pud. Did you know that the haggis isn’t purely Scottish? And,…
How to prune wisteria wisely
Wisteria transforms homes with its cascading, fragrant lavender blooms. This vigorous climber provides excellent shade and architectural interest, adding timeless elegance. So how to keep it looking its best and…
What does “mud in your eye” mean as a toast?
A reader writes: I am trying to find the origin and meaning of the toast “Here’s mud in your eye.” I have been to a few parties where this toast…
Shooting law: ownership of fallen game
Who does fallen game belong to if it lands on a public right of way?
The history of the punt gun
Throughout the history of firearms the big gun has exercised a fascination among various shooters but it was not until the 19th century that its use on land began to…
The Bedlington terrier: a good family pet
It is, perhaps, the most disappointing two hours of my life. I am sitting in a cafe in Bedlington, the old Northumberland mining town after which the eponymous Bedlington terrier…
Homemade Christmas Pimm’s. A recipe for festive spirit
Raid the drinks cabinet and combine your haul to make delicious homemade Christmas Pimm’s. An essential for some proper festive spirit. By making your own you can change the ingredients…
Freezing game: 10 things you should know
We asked chef Philippa Davis for her top tip on freezing game. She said: “This applies to anything you freeze and was installed in me by my grandparents! It’s all…
The top 10 best pheasant recipes
The Field's top 10 best pheasant recipes will ensure your brace never bores on the plate