Daylesford Organic. A day for food writers & photographers.
Glorious food, wonderful company, the breathtakingly beautiful Cotswold countryside and the ultra chic ambience that is Daylesford Organic? Yes it’s the perfect recipe for an amazing day out for a group of food writers, photographers and bloggers. I was lucky enough to join in on this recent lovely day, and came home brimming with inspiration [...]
Glorious food, wonderful company, the breathtakingly beautiful Cotswold countryside and the ultra chic ambience that is Daylesford Organic? Yes it’s the perfect recipe for an amazing day out for a group of food writers, photographers and bloggers. I was lucky enough to join in on this recent lovely day, and came home brimming with inspiration and a sense of well being. Organised by the delightful and charming Silvana de Soissons (publisher of The Foodie Bugle), our day included an extensive tour of the farm shop, cafe, cookery school and gardens as well as cakes, pastries,and a superb lunch. Here are a few snaps I made on the day, I hope it gives you a flavour of the place. May I suggest that you visit The Foodie Bugle to read more about our day, as Silvana has written a wonderful account here.
Our day began with coffee and cakes in the cafe. This was tricky as I desperately wanted to be greedy and taste all the cakes but was too busy meeting and catching up with the rest of the gang. And it was lovely to chat with Rosie and Camilla from Daylesford. (Thanks again for looking after us so well.) Richard Smith, the farm manager chatted to us about the farming methods they are using at Daylesford, the seed stock and dairy breeds, all incredibly interesting. I’ll just have to go back soon to get some cakes!
Lunch was in the glasshouse overlooking the Chelsea award winning herb gardens. Bathed in early Spring sunshine, the setting is impeccable. But look at this magnificent spread of hams, salads, tarts. Delicicious eh? I keep thinking about those sausage rolls and I am going to try to make some as similar as possible later this week. I’ll post my recipe when I get it right!
The spa and garden shop are equally stylish. Calm, muted colours and a simple, natural mood. Lovely.
So there you have it. If you get a chance to visit the Cotswolds – and I really recommend that you do – don’t miss a stop at Daylesford. I’m sure most visitors to Extra-Relish love gorgeous food like I do, so I know you’ll enjoy it.
Daylesford Organic, Gloucestershire. www.daylesfordorganic.com
I am so excited about Spring. I’ve been out and about with my camera, and feeling much inspiration to cook, so lots of photographs and recipes coming soon. Px
Claire: 22nd March 2011
Fantastic photos Pascale. Looks like a wonderful day. Do you live in the Cotswolds? I live just north of Bristol. Claire x
pascale: 22nd March 2011
Hello Claire. Thanks! I don’t live too far from there – I am just the other side of Oxford, at the Bucks border. Also lovely countryside with the Chilterns nearby.
Your area is beautiful too I imagine. I have a great friend from back in Barbados who now lives in Monmouth. It’s lovely. Bristol is a fab city too. P.
March17th: 22nd March 2011
Absolutely lovely photos – really superb. We went to the Daylesford Summer Fair last year and it was fabulous really enjoyable and great for children. I have the SW1 very close and am a regular shopper x
pascale: 22nd March 2011
I’m looking forward to the summer fair this year – in May I think. Will head over there with my family for the day!
Rupert Parsons: 22nd March 2011
You have a great eye with the photos, Pascale. We really did pick a good day for the visit and you have shown Daylesford in a beautiful light. Keep in touch. R
pascale: 22nd March 2011
Thanks Rupert. We were blessed with a lovely day indeed. See you again soon I hope.
Katharina: 22nd March 2011
Pascale, this looks truly wonderful. We really must arrange to meet up there sometime soon (after you’ve come for your long promised visit to us!)
pascale: 22nd March 2011
Yes, I am really looking forward to a visit ‘out west’ very soon. xxx
Charlie: 22nd March 2011
Oooh, I so wish I’d been there too. The pictures are wonderful Pascale – you’ve really done it justice x
pascale: 22nd March 2011
Hi Charlie, I wish you had been there too. Let’s plan another outing in our part of world soon. x
Lara: 22nd March 2011
Pascale, ohhh so gorgeous!! I wish I could taste all the food you photographed. With all eyes on London and everything British I wanted to check in. We are having a royal wedding watching party in Texas and plan to try some of your recipes. Love to you!! Lara
pascale: 22nd March 2011
Hi Lara, have a great Royal party in Texas. If anyone knows how to celebrate, Texans do as I know well! We’re all having celebrations and parties here too. Love to you all. x
Adrien Gallo: 22nd March 2011
Bonjour Pascale,
Bravo, fantastic …….superbe photos, bonne continuation.
amitiées,
Adrien
pascale: 22nd March 2011
Merci Adrien!!! Gros bisous xxx
Tim: 22nd March 2011
I love the Cotswolds, especially Chipping Campden and Bourton on the Water. Next time I’m in the area will have to check out Daylesford Organic.
pascale: 22nd March 2011
Hi Tim, yes do go and see Daylesford – it’s a wonderful place!