Author Archives: jayvongrime

About jayvongrime

I am My own multi faceted Nemesis. Cook, Angler, Musician, philosopher and confidante to anyone who engages me with gusto and loyalty!

Birch Sap, Beer and Brewing.

Posted on February 12, 2016 by jayvongrime

A brief look into Making wines and beer at Home. Including basic equipment and recipes. Continue reading →

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Foul Fungi and Flavourful Feasts

Posted on November 7, 2015 by jayvongrime

Recently I was involved in a conversation with a friend who had collected several Fungi in Her local woods. The pit falls of such endeavours have been well documented and unless you are 100% certain about the edibility

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To Rise at dawn.

Posted on September 22, 2015 by jayvongrime

Although this site is primarily to promote My ideas on food and it’s influences on our culture, I do want to include some of my other interests, I have many that I feel are worthy of sharing.

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Romano – Britain! A culinary view!

Posted on August 28, 2015 by jayvongrime

When Julius Caesar landed on the shores of Britannia in 55Bc He didn’t just bring masses of roman legions with him, he also brought commodities and foods that the ancient inhabitants of that small island had never imagined before.

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Wild food! – A journey of discovery!

Posted on August 13, 2015 by jayvongrime

The shower that the converted jeep used was only cold water feed from a tank suspended from the canopy shown. Hugh chose to attempt His journey in summer for obvious reasons! Continue reading →

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“Pigs Trotter Pierre Koffmann” – In pursuit of an iconic dish!

Posted on August 1, 2015 by jayvongrime

 Pierre Koffmann is a legendary French Chef who came to the Uk in 1970. He came, with the sole intention of attending the England – France game at Twickenham, then, He planned to travel the Uk  before returning to France. He never … Continue reading →

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