Last week I made Cape Gooseberry Jam for the first time. What a lovely tangy little spoonful that is. Especially when spread on Allan’s homemade sour dough. Making the jam made me it has been just over a year since I last posted for Gecko Grove. 2018 and 2019 have been busy for us. We … Continue reading
Looking for the perfect thank you gift or wedding favour? We can do special orders for your special occasion. Minimum order 20 bottles. Price from $3.00 a bottle depending on bottle size and shape and type of preserve required. We will make a batch especially for you so it’s best to order early. Continue reading
Figs make fantastic preserves because the flavour intensifies with cooking and they can be enhanced with range of different spices to make your own signature preserve. Figs are a summer fruit so March is the time to preserve some figgy deliciousness to last until next season. At our Jam Session we will learn to preserve … Continue reading
Here’s what you need to know to host a Jam Session. The most important things are a good stove and enough space and enough people. People and Bench Space: Jam sessions should be between 4-6 people. Even numbers are better so that people can work in pairs. Each person needs about half a metre of … Continue reading
Fig season is nearly over in the Lockyer Valley. So now is the time to preserve some figgy deliciousness to last until next season. Come along to our May Jam Session and learn to preserve figs in two different ways. We will make a sweet conserve to serve with icecream or yoghurt and whole figs … Continue reading
Often after a busy week it is all too easy to spend Sunday as a lazy day at home. We understand Life in the fast lane can effect you like that. But when was the last time you went on a Sunday Drive? How about taking the slow road to Grantham next weekend? There is something … Continue reading
