Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
Our local plum variety used to be the plum of choice for jam manufacturers. When combined with English lavender it makes a colourful preserve worthy of a royal garden party.
You can't find blueberries in plentiful supply in the UK and those little punnets cost a bomb in the shops. There's nothing for it... I'll just have to grow my own.
A jam so black when you peer into its dense glossy richness you have to hang on so's not to fall through into an alternative jammy universe. Powerful stuff!
The best way to take control of a glut is to stay calm, cool and collected. Fill some jars with a delicious plum compote and you'll be so grateful you did, later in the year.
