“Grow For Flavor immediately grabbed my attention by the unique way that it promised to ‘turn the tables on conventional gardening advice’ by dispelling common garden myths such as ‘home-grown always tastes better’ and ‘heirloom vegetables always taste better than hybrids’… the perfect book for a foodie-gardener.”
— AZ Plant Lady blog

Our book of the month for April 2018 is Grow For Flavor: Tips and Tricks to Supercharge the Flavor of Homegrown Harvests by James Wong.

Wong is an ethnobotanist who trained at Kew Gardens in London, as well as a garden designer and TV and radio personality with the BBC. He is also a five-time Royal Horticultural Society Medal winner, so he knows about beautiful looking  — and tasting — plants. Grow For Flavor is the result of his research into improving the flavor and nutrition of homegrown produce. 

With beautiful images and delicious recipes for readers to feast their eyes on, the book is full of innovative yet simple organic methods for growing tastier home harvests.
 

Today is International Day of Happiness as well as the first day of spring, making it the perfect time to focus on the little things that bring joy to our lives.

If you remember our #HappierNewYear challenge, you’ll know about Everyday Happiness, the little book filled with inspirational quotes and positivity-building activities for each day of the year.

Today is National Irish Coffee Day, and we think the best way to celebrate is to enjoy a fresh take on this sweet and stimulating cocktail.

Inspired by trips to visit family in Northern Ireland, father-son team Dick and James Strawbridge created this simple recipe as part of their guide to making your own dairy products at home. With just four ingredients, this classic nightcap is as easy to make as it is delicious.

Fresh cream and blended whiskey are vital. Enjoying the finished product next to a peat fire is optional.

Ingredients: