THE MODERN MINT BLOG
The main issue with gardening in rented accomodation is time – you may only be there 12 months before moving …
Body, Brain, Art & Science
Consider yourself an artist If you consider yourself a gardener Consider yourself a scientist too. Stretch your body to smell The peony that sits mid-border, Rising above the acid green head Of the squat euphorbia In front of it. Because you need that physical flair, too, This hobby, this weekend pastime Asks so much of you. Allow the brain time to assess each sign Trust in the seeds you sow. As each branch that makes up the gardener Body, brain, art and science Are as important as what you grow.
Seasonal Food July
What is the seasonal food of July? What are the farmers and growers currently harvesting for our plates? (Please note there are a few adverts on this page – why? Because we like the companies, they produce great food, and we want to encourage you to support their work – fuelling your body with the best food you can is important. As they say, it is better to pay the greengrocer than the doctor!) Some pretty delicious stuff actually – this is the best of the British season and if it is locally grown and organic, you will hardly need to …
The Cows Are Coming!
Who would have thoughts cows can skip? Here is a video of the cows at Riverford Farm being let out of the barn… beautiful to see their excitement as they head out into the fields! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qlOuxlxVr8 While on the subject of cows and milk… last weekend the staff at Modern Mint learnt to make halloumi. It is easy and quick to do, and tastes delicious… we’re drooling thinking about it now! For those self-sufficiency hunters out there, the ‘Gentle Art of Cheesemaking’ is another skill to add to your repertoire. For more information and a fun lesson to teach you the basics, courses can be booked with Louise Talbot …