Sarah's Slice

I love anything ginger when it’s cold and wet and that’s quite often where I live in the Lake District! I made these gingerbread crinkle cookies with all the flavours of gingerbread but in a cookie and they look nice and festive too. Obviously they can be eaten all year round but I do think they are a lovely addition to the festive season with a cuppa or a festive tipple. I think kids and adults alike would enjoy these cookies and are a perfect addition to the biscuit barrel

Cumbria Life - December 2025

I make this chutney for presents for family and friends every year and it is always well received. You need to make this ahead of time as it takes a few weeks for the flavours to develop. It’s packed with festive flavours of cranberries, apples, clementines and figs with a little festive spice. I have also added some pink peppercorns as I like the citrus note and they are not as strong as black ones. It is perfect with cold meat, cheese and crackers over the festive period. I

Cockermouth Town Magazine - Spring 2025

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