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Pear, ginger and whisky crepes
Raid the drinks cabinet for that bottle of whisky, but not for dram. Whisky is excellent for adding some extra zing to game suppers and spiced fruity desserts. For example,…
How to find pignuts
Follow our guide on how to find pignuts – a hidden treasure for wild foragers. In May and June, pignuts can be found growing in woods, meadows and on verges…
Gin, tonic and elderflower sorbet
There is no better time to celebrate the very best of British produce and enjoy a few seasonal treats. If you’ve started to spot elderflower, save your bounty for something…
The Field’s guide to non-panic buying
Rather than pointless panic buying, The Field’s favourite foodie brands are fully stocked and can deliver straight to your door. Follow The Field’s guide to online food shopping for the…
Italian pheasant recipe. A delicious rustic take on pheasant
We are familiar with including Italian flavours in our everyday cooking, but don’t often think to do so with game. This Italian pheasant recipe shows just how delicious this combination…
Rabbit and carrot stew with cider and suet dumplings
With meat in short supply during World War II, the public were encouraged to keep rabbits. To celebrate VE Day, Philippa Davis suggests a wartime-inspired supper. Try our recipe for…
How to remove jam jar labels
Whether you make homemade drinks and preserves or simply want an attractive and cost-saving vase for blooms from the garden, learn how to remove jam jar labels. Save jars from…
Special weapons of the Second World War
Gas-expelling fountain pens and sleeve guns are not exclusive to James Bond film sets. Producing special weapons became a serious business from 1940, as Mark Murray-Flutter explains. For more on…
Chocolate steamed duff: a World War II pudding
Waste was kept to an absolute minimum in the kitchen during wartime rationing. For puddings, stale bread would be turned into useful crumbs and baking paper and foil were always…