Remembering a long wet steamy day on the Indian River, in Dominica
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Martin Hesp
Martin Hesp
Limpets can be a remarkable base for a seafood stew, says Martin Hesp who once came upon a man harvesting limpets on one of the most barren coastlines in Europe
Remembering great meals enjoyed in great places - we’ve been too long in lockdown - time to get out and about - these recollections may be a guide to where you can go…
A walk exploring a wild section of The Wreckers’ Coast at a place called Sandy Mouth
Catching your own prawns in summer… There is nothing quite as satisfying or as delicious if you happen to be on the right kind of beach and you have a net, says Martin Hesp
Every New Year the staff at Tresco Abbey Gardens undertake an annual flower count - with surprising results, as Martin Hesp used to discover
Travels with chocolate - a reflection on chocolate around the world - this article offers a rich and engaging journey through various chocolate experiences. It covers topics from chocolate's history and production methods to personal experiences with chocolate at different locations around the world. The narrative is intertwined with cultural insights and details about the chocolate-making process, emphasizing the diverse aspects of chocolate as a culinary delight
The story of the door through which just ab out all the world’s frankincense would have been carried 2000 years ago - and some would have made its was to a rather famous manger… The article delves into the author's personal experiences and historical insights related to frankincense, particularly its connection to the Christmas story and its historical trade in Southern Oman. It touches on the significance of frankincense in various cultures, its harvesting process, and the author's reflections on its mystical and cultural importance
