Wild Garlic, Gooseberries And Me

Wild Garlic, Gooseberries and Me cajoles, informs and questions our relationship to the land and the vegetables we eat. We go on a personal journey with Denis as he shares his passion for his favourite foods.

Denis drags us into muddy fields and introduces us to the growers of the best produce imaginable. Through heart–felt and charming text, he informs and amuses. The excitement of a robust blackberry jam becomes a passionate argument for us to go out into the countryside, the dazzling sight of high–trailing borlotti beans ignites a discussion on the future of artisan growing.

Whether creating a restaurant masterpiece or foraging in hedgerows and woods, Denis searches for a new connection between food, people and land ... oh, and he also teaches you how to search for mushrooms, wild greens and sloes, how to cook asparagus and take on an artichoke with attitude.

Divided into four themed chapters, 'It's a Green Thing', 'Wild Pickings', 'Nature and Nurture' and 'Growing in the Dark', each including information and anecdotes about the vegetables that feature as well as many delicious recipes. There are simple salads and soups as well as more challenging main meals and mouth–watering desserts.

Recipes include:

Fresh Tagliolini with Abyssinian Cabbage, Pine Nuts & Sheep's Dressing

Courgette Flower, Pea and Chive Risotto

Samphire Tempura with Coriander Dressing

Sea Spinach, Potato and Hazelnut Pancakes

Braised Celeriac Gratin of Chestnuts and Blue Cheese with Red Wine Sauce

Stunning images of the landscape, the food and the finished recipes complete this delightful read and unique recipe book.