Strawberries are fast coming into season and elderflowers are blooming on the branch. So this recipe for strawberry, cardamom, elderflower and lime sherbet comes at the perfect time and makes for an incredible explosion of flavours. (You might also like to see our recipe for elderflower cordial.) Although sherbets are…
The scent of elderflower cordial is a reminder of early summer
These gooseberry, lime and elderflower travel cakes are inspired by the French tradition of bringing an edible present to a party or picnic. Try Philippa Davis’ recipe for the perfect moreish morsels to gift – or just to keep for yourself. There are many ways to spend this time, but…
There is no better time to celebrate the very best of British produce and enjoy a few seasonal treats. If you’ve started to spot elderflower, save your bounty for something a little different. Philippa Davis’ recipe for gin, tonic and elderflower sorbet makes a refreshing – not to mention fun…
Try Philippa Davis’ elderflower and vanilla madeleines for a slightly different bake to attempt this weekend. They are perfect packaged in a pocket for a mid-walk sustenance stop. Or if temptation proves too much, enjoy them our favourite way – straight from the oven. For more bite-sized spring treats perfect…
For the jelly 500ml (17fl oz) water 200g (7oz) caster sugar 20 elderflower heads 4 gelatine leaves Combine the water and caster sugar. Boil for five minutes, remove from heat, add the elderflower and leave to infuse for an hour. Pass the liquid through a fine sieve to remove flower…
