february moments.
APPETISERS
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WORDS: KAREN BARNES, PHOEBE STONE. PHOTOGRAPHS: JEREMY SIMONS, MAJA SMEND, ISTOCK/GETTY IMAGES. PORTRAIT OF PRUE: GEOFF PUGH
YOUR CH A LLENGE: CLIMB A HILL (WITH FOOD, OF COURSE)
There are few things more exhilarating than looking out over a sweeping view once you’ve reached the top – even more energising now when the air is often bright and sharp. Go with a friend, add a dog and check the forecast first – stay home if bad weather is due to roll in. Pack a hot drink in a flask, plus a simple winter picnic of homemade pasties (wrapped well, they’ll stay warm for ages) and cake… Visit deliciousmagazine.co.uk for recipes and visit countryfile.com for other inspiration for winter walks.
TOP CHOICES
• Box Hill, Surrey
• Devil’s Dyke on the South Downs in Sussex
• Sugar Loaf mountain, Monmouthshire
• The Malvern Hills, Worcestershire and Herefordshire (pictured)
• Clougha Pike, Lancashire
• Roseberry Topping, North Yorkshire
Coming to a town near you...
Prue Leith is going on tour. Yes, you read that right – and no, she’s not joined a band. The restaurateur turned Bake Off judge’s one-woman show, Nothing In Moderation, will see her visit 34 towns and cities sharing stories from her life and career – from catering disasters to cooking for royalty. Plus, there’s a chance to put your own question to Prue. 1 Feb to 6 Apr, tickets from £25; mickperrin.com, ticketmaster.com
SUNSHINE IN A JAR
Don’t let seville orange season pass you by – this is prime marmalade-making time, if you’re so inclined. Find all the recipes you need at deliciousmagazine.co.uk/ marmalade, including twists that invite other citrus fruit to the party in the preserving pan.