Sadly this year we have had very little harvest from our fruit trees. That late frost when all the blossom was out seems to have reduced our crop dramatically - 4 apples and 3 pears is rather disappointing.
The wet weather, however, produced a bountiful crop of blackcurrants. Even after making a batch of jam from this vintage recipe, we still have an entire freezer full of them.
Late summer sun has also meant deliciously sweet blackberries. If you're quick you might be able to pick the last ones from the hedgerows - I recommend long sleeves and a trusty old walking stick for getting those tantalisingly out of reach ones.
However, I have managed a better harvest of vintage 'fruit'! Here's what I've found:
The wet weather, however, produced a bountiful crop of blackcurrants. Even after making a batch of jam from this vintage recipe, we still have an entire freezer full of them.
Late summer sun has also meant deliciously sweet blackberries. If you're quick you might be able to pick the last ones from the hedgerows - I recommend long sleeves and a trusty old walking stick for getting those tantalisingly out of reach ones.
However, I have managed a better harvest of vintage 'fruit'! Here's what I've found:
Vintage JAJ Pyrex casserole dish in 'Kent Orchard' design.
Fine bone china cup, saucer and plate trio by Pall Mall.
Set of six 'Miramont' Translucent China sideplates by Royal Doulton.
Serving platters and a coffee can in Wedgwood's 'Covent Garden' pattern.
An embroidered vintage linen traycloth with applique fruits.
Hope you've all had a more successful harvest of actual fruit than I have!
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