On Friday we held our annual Great Becketts Bake Off fundraiser in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. There were some incredible cake entries from staff and customers. Bakes included mint chocolate brownies, classic lemon drizzle, a very moreish white chocolate cheesecake and some spectacular sponge cakes! The three judges this year were Managing Director, Simon...
On the farm the oil seed rape is back in the ground, but is being attacked by flea beetle, which is a nuisance to put it mildly. Most of the land is now prepared for reseeding and the wheat seed has arrived and is ready to go. Weโre just waiting for fairer weather. We needed...
This week is British Food Fortnight and us Brits really do love our cake. The Bay Tree company make delicious marmalades which we stock in the Farm Shop. This recipe calls for their Orange Marmalade with Whisky. A sweet treat with a cup of tea, youโll be everyoneโs star baker with this fantastic recipe. Find...
These fantastic pork and stilton sausage rolls feature ingredients from two of our British Food Fortnight heroes. Combining Sessions of Worcestershire sausagemeat with Colston Bassett stilton. Sausage rolls originated in the United Kingdom to be enjoyed as lunch or a snack. We think this recipe makes not only a delicious snack but also the perfect...
At Becketts Farm we are always striving to reduce food miles and support local suppliers. This British Food Fortnight 21st September – 6th October, we are celebrating all that is local and British. With the exception of some speciality ingredients, fruit and vegetables our Farm Shop is packed to the rafters with fantastic British products...
This monthโs news will just be short as harvesting is in full swing and I barely have the chance to get a moment at my desk. After a miserable start to August, this amazing weather has been so welcome in time for harvest. Yesterday we finished harvesting the wheat and we now move on to...
In Britain the plum season runs from August to October. Save plum crumbles, pies and puddings for when the nights start to draw in. For now, while weโre seeing a little sunshine opt for this more refreshing and summery pudding. If you prefer a non-alcoholic version you could swap the sloe gin for elderflower cordial...
Sweet and savoury flavours pair wonderfully in this pork and plum kebab skewers recipe. Donโt let the changeable British weather put you off, this tempting recipe works just as well on a griddle, or under the grill as it does on the BBQ. Pick up the ingredients you need in our Farm Shop. Donโt forget...
Itโs that time of year again! Here at Becketts Farm we hope to get everyone involved in our annual Great Becketts Bake Off, raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support. Help us beat last yearsโ fundraising total of a whopping ยฃ421.30. There are over 200 types of cancer which affect hundreds of thousands of people all...
For tasty chips, why not use celeriac instead of potato as the perfect side dish for fish, burgers or steak! Visit our Greengrocers for fresh English celeriac.ย Serves: 2 Cooks in: 25 mins Ingredients 1 celeriac 1 tbsp rapeseed oil ยฝ tsp smoked paprika coarse sea salt ketchup, to serve (optional) Method Set the oven...
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