SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER: A hello from Hugh, recipes, news and special events

Catch up on the latest news and events from River Cottage

View this email in your browser Hello, In theory, summer is slowly winding down – but it's having a pretty good wag of its tail. I'm still enjoying sun-kissed plums,  tomatoes and courgettes from the garden – enough to justify a Glutney session I reckon. Try this recipe, a harvest festival in a jar that can take any seasonal glut you can throw at it.    And I'm still basking in the warm glow of our summer festival a couple of weeks back. So I'm delighted to be hosting another, more intimate event at River Cottage very soon. On Friday 11th October, together with the brilliant River Cottage team of Gill Meller, Rachel de Thample and Helen Musgrave, we are offering you a delicious and hands-on 'Taste of Autumn', including foraging, wood-fired cookery, a bit of wild fermentation - and a hedgerow cocktail session!  I'll be giving a talk and Q and A, and signing books, ahead of a fantastic 4-course feast in the evening. There's still a few spaces – why not come and join us, for the very best of the season of mellow fruitfulness.   Friday 11th October As Hugh mentioned above, this autumnal extravaganza is going to be a highlight of the season. Hugh has been closely involved in planning this amazing day-long event which includes a foraging foray with Head Gardner Helen Musgrave; joining Gill Meller for an outdoor cookery session; learning the art of fermentation with Rachel de Thample and a boozy workshop. Hugh will join the event for a Q&A, book signing and an aperitif before the evening feast.  FIND OUT MORE AND GET TICKETS Embrace that new term feeling and join us for a cookery course. It's never too late to learn. Whether it is classic cookery or something more specialised, there'll be a course to suit your skills level and interests.  BROWSE COURSES The school holidays have only just finished but half-term will be here before you know it. River Cottage Experience for Kids has been a hit all summer with wannabe young cooks so sign up your young ones now. They will sell out. BOOK NOW  "The farmhouse and garden were like food for the soul, and I've never been more relaxed in and captivated by a B&B."  Hardin, July 19 "This stylishly renovated 17th-century farmhouse...provides a remarkable spot for a peaceful countryside escape; unwind to views across the walled garden with homegrown seasonal produce, picked a stone's throw from your doorstep." The Telegraph, July 19 It has been an exciting first summer welcoming guests to stay in the newly refurbished Farmhouse. We've been thrilled by the enthusiastic responses from our guests and the press, including a fantastic review in The Times and a gratifying 9/10 review from The Telegraph. Please get in touch if you would like to come and stay. FIND OUT MORE As staunch advocates of sustainable, seasonal and local food - we think game is to be championed. Our hands-on Game Cookery Course will give you the confidence and skills to enjoy this sometimes neglected food.  FIND OUT MORE This year's River Cottage Festival was a sun-drenched and fun-filled delight. Thanks to all who came and helped make it such a joyous event, we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did! Check out the highlights in the gallery. PHOTO GALLERY We'd like to say a huge thank you to our Festival sponsors Pukka. If you enjoyed their tea over the weekend and would like more, or would like to try some, they are offering a free year's supply for one lucky winner. And for those of you who were not able to hear their talks on the benefits of herbs and spices to our wellbeing then check out this blog.  CLICK HERE TO WIN Dine on the finest the season has to offer at one of our three River Cottage Kitchens this September. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as teas, coffee, cakes and cocktails, River Cottage Kitchen is an enjoyable and also ethical option whatever you fancy! BOOK A TABLE   It's not too early to start thinking about how to celebrate Christmas with your colleagues. We love organising celebrations, whatever the size and style of your party. From intimate dinners to big high kicking events, River Cottage has hosted them all. Speak to our events team to find out more about bespoke planning.   FIND OUT MORE PIGEON WITH BLACKBERRIES AND CHANTERELLES  This is as seasonal as food gets. In late summer, when the grains are being harvested, pigeons take the opportunity to help themselves to whatever the combine harvester leaves behind. At the same time, chanterelles are popping up and the hedgerows are groaning with blackberries.  GET THE RECIPE Copyright © 2019 River Cottage, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in on our website or joined one of our mailing lists. Our mailing address is: River Cottage Trinity Hill Rd Axminster, Devon EX13 8TB United Kingdom Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.