Wonderful
elderflower
At long last the wonderful elderflower is in bloom. You can pick the flowers of the elderflower in June and July, and the ripe berries in August. Both the flowers and the berries can be used in many delicious foods – that are also very easy to make. We've brought all of our wonderful elderflower recipes together here.
Elderflower panna cotta with lime-marinated berries
Did you know this about elder
Elder (Sambucus nigra) grows wild and in gardens. The true elder variety blossoms in June with large yellowish-white flower heads that are used to make cordials, jams and desserts. The black elderberries can also be used to make cordials and jams. Red elder is a wild, non-edible elder variety with coral-coloured berries. In ancient times, elder was regarded as a holy plant. The nordic goddess Freya was believed to live in the elder tree, and would be invoked to help solve love problems. In the past, elder was used for medicinal purposes and as tea. It is still used for tea, but mainly for cordial.
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Gingerbread biscuits
Is there anything better than the smell of freshly-baked gingerbread biscuits? Only eating them! Gingerbread biscuits can be hard or soft, with or without icing, almost any shape, or as entire houses. You decide what you want.
Christmas goodies
For many, Christmas wouldn't be complete without sweet treats. Put out homemade toffees, chocolates and truffles for everyone to enjoy. Whether you want the most classic Christmas treats or more advanced alternatives, we've got the recipe.
Baking for Advent
The Christmas spirit arrives with the First Sunday in Advent. Light the first Advent candle, make the coffee and tempt with mouth-watering delicacies. Make an extra batch, and you have some in the freezer for the coming weekends.
Delicious Christmas presents
The most special Christmas gifts are hand-made and filled with happiness. And what could be more full of love than mouth-watering sweets, festive biscuits and glorious jams? Create your own Santa Claus’s workshop in the kitchen and savour the Christmas spirit as you make sweets and wrap parcels.
Christmas baking
Baking for Christmas is always something special. This is the one safe haven that always seems to cling to tradition. But perhaps you would like to try something different for a change… you might find yourself a new favourite goodie this year!
Host a Glögg party
Glögg (Swedish mulled wine) is an institution in Sweden, and hosting a glögg party is a simple way to bring friends together in the lead-up to Christmas. It often doesn't take much to create a cosy atmosphere. We have selected some great recipes to provide inspiration for your drinks and nibbles.