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diversepreserves
Aug 1, 20191 min read
I've Made some more Bramble Jelly!
I have started making Bramble jelly already. It's just as well as I get so many requests for it and had completely run out. I will have...
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diversepreserves
Jul 29, 20191 min read
Blackcurrants Galore!
Blackcurrant Jam and Jelly has been made this week, after Neil and I went and picked loads of fruit in Inveraray. I have never seen...
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diversepreserves
Jul 23, 20191 min read
For those who are very brave!
I have now added Scotch Bonnet Chilli Jam to my stock. ALL the bonnets in it are Scotch, so it is very hot. Buyer beware... My standard...
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diversepreserves
Jun 9, 20191 min read
It is Rhubarb Season!
So today I have made a batch of Rhubarb and Ginger jam. Just need to wait for it to cool enough to put the labels on the jars and then it...
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diversepreserves
May 1, 20191 min read
Chilli Apple Jelly
New batch of Chilli Apple Jelly, with the sun shining through it! All ready to add to that lovely hunk of cheddar, or perhaps accompany...
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diversepreserves
Apr 22, 20191 min read
Homemade Raspberry Jam - what a better way to spend a Bank Holiday Monday!!
Of course, I had not entirely anticipated that a bank holiday weekend at Easter, in Scotland would have such fabulous weather! But I'm...
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diversepreserves
Mar 5, 20191 min read
Mango Chutney - everyone's favourite!
The past two days I have been making a fresh batch of mango chutney. It is two days because you have to prepare the mango and then leave...
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diversepreserves
Feb 7, 20191 min read
Valentine's Day is almost upon us
Is it time to buy your loved one a gift? Valentines day gifts of Jam, Marmalade or other preserves are available. Beautifully decorated...
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diversepreserves
Jan 9, 20191 min read
Seville Oranges have arrived again!
Seville Oranges delivered this morning. The marmalade Madness is now in full swing. Each of those boxes contains 14kg and every one needs...
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diversepreserves
Dec 29, 20181 min read
Merry Christmas Everybody!
It has been a very busy month. I had no idea the gift packs would be so popular. It is lovely being such a small business that I can...
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diversepreserves
Nov 20, 20181 min read
Made today! Cranberry Chilli Relish - perfect for Christmas.
Today's preserve is Cranberry Chilli Relish. I have made 22 jars of this gorgeous product and it is a lovely red colour - all those...
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diversepreserves
Nov 16, 20181 min read
Gift Boxes made to order now!
I have been busy making gift boxes, both to order and ready made for the Farmers' Market and other craft sales. Any of my products can...
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diversepreserves
Oct 20, 20181 min read
Fresh Quinces from my Uncle's Garden
We picked these just the other day, and now the first batch of Quince jelly is already made. It is amazing how it turns red as it cooks,...
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diversepreserves
Sep 18, 20181 min read
Blackcurrants - and why you need a big pan!
Today I have made Blackcurrant Jelly, thanks to Julie who kindly gave me the blackcurrants. See how near to boiling over this pan got? I...
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diversepreserves
Sep 9, 20181 min read
It is Bramble Time!
A bumper crop of Brambles in Kilmichael this year. There are so many, and it is great to see others picking them too. This week I have...
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diversepreserves
Aug 22, 20181 min read
I am back from my holiday!
I have been away to Ireland for a week, exploring the Wild Atlantic Coastline of County Donegal. The weather was not kind to us but...
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diversepreserves
Jul 27, 20181 min read
Finally I have located some Gooseberries
...although to my surprise they are red ones! I am more used to them being green. However I only have a limited supply so it did not...
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diversepreserves
Jul 21, 20181 min read
The shelves are full, so we went fishing instead!
This week I decided to have a week off preserve making, make the most of the good weather and get outside. Neil and I went down to...
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diversepreserves
Jul 6, 20181 min read
NEW! Rhubarb and Strawberry Jam
Today was another new adventure for me. My Mum has told me about mixing rhubarb and strawberries together but I was a little sceptical....
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diversepreserves
Jun 21, 20181 min read
More Apricot Jam
I got another batch of apricots this week so have been making even more Apricot Jam - and just a little Spiced Apricot Chutney. It is a...
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