LIFESTYLE

How to Make the Most Of a Cast Iron Pot

One of our favourite dishes in the Coombe Farm Organic kitchen is a hefty cast iron pot

How to Tie a Butchers Knot

It’s possible you’ve never taken much notice of them, but well-tied butcher’s knots are tremendously useful when it comes to presenting and cooking joints.

How to Keep Bees Happy

If you were asked to guess how many species of the humble bee there were in the world, what would you say? Fifty? A hundred at a push?

How to Use a Flambadou

Maybe it’s the sizzle of the meat over flame, the pungent fug of the smoke or the fresh air that gets your tummy rumbling, but whatever it is, outdoor cooking is particularly satisfying.

How to Cook a Venison Steak

Our organic venison is reared on ancient parkland here in Somerset and the quality of the meat is exceptional

How to Keep Happy Pigs

Pigs are well known as probably the smartest animals on the farm. They have tremendous character and are inquisitive and frisky, making them a real joy to work with.

How to Season Without Salt

Seasoning without salt? Surely a contradiction in terms, you might think...

How to Make a Bacon Cure

Close your eyes and think of the perfect Sunday morning: soft buttered bread, sizzling bacon and a cup of strong coffee. That can’t be beaten.

How to Make a Meat Seasoning

If you ever scan a foodie mag or watch a cookery programme, you’ll read or hear mention of seasoning...

A successful fire needs three elements: heat, fuel and oxygen. Getting each of these components right will help you build the perfect campfire to keep you warm while roasting your marshmallows to perfection.