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Tasty recipes from Lesley Waters
BEAUTIFUL BEDDING
Easy, breezy bed linen for comfort and style
SUMMER CELEBRATIONS Make a cocktail, plan a party, prepare for a wedding
GREAT GEAR AND GADGETS
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warm and sunny welcome to Issue 18 of Kitchen. Spring has finally sprung, and with it comes signs of life returning to some sort of normality. One of the knock-on effects from the pandemic is the increase in the cost of living. Fuel, utility bills, even the humble postage stamp have all shot up in price. Rest assured, our purchasing team have been working hard to combat these price rises, whilst our nominated charities for the year are helping those struggling financially and psychologically - more details can be found on page 12. A new season means new products and we have introduced some fantastic ranges, including the striking and colourful Eleanor Bowmer. Look out too, for the sleek and stylish kitchen appliances by Carrera. Our celebrity chef for this issue is the lovely Lesley Waters, who has a cookery school based in Shaftesbury, just up the road from us. I’m certainly going to try her delicious marinated spatchcock chicken with mustard sauce which you’ll find on page 16. If the temperature gets a bit too hot this summer (we can always dream), turn to page 30 and discover our range of fans and air purifiers. It’s always great to champion another family business and Hannah Dale’s Wrendale Designs is our Kitchen Icon for this issue. Find out why she started her company and how it has gone from strength to strength on page 33. Summer is the perfect time for celebrating outside now we can all socialise again. From jubilee parties and picnics to barbecues and summer cocktails, our Buyer’s Guide and Summer Celebrations features provide plenty of inspiration. Many couples had to postpone their weddings due to the pandemic, but thankfully it’s all systems go now. With so much to think about in the lead up to the big day, why not use our gift registry to create your perfect gift list? See page 50 for details. There’s a fantastic competition on page 53, where you could win a collection of Le Creuset Bamboo products worth £360. KitchenAid feature as our Range of the Issue. Discover their eagerly anticipated colour of the year on page 61. We celebrated our centenary as a family business back in 2019, but we still have a long way to go catch up with Peter Rabbit who this year celebrates his 120th birthday. The mischievous little bunny features as our ‘Harts Love’ on page 66.
Graham Hart
Managing Director
This edition is dedicated to our father Philip, who sadly passed away after a short illness. Philip was managing director at Harts for many years and Kitchen magazine was just one of his numerous initiatives. Graham and Johnathan Hart
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Healthy Snacks with Gastroback
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Pretty in Pink – quirky, colourful homeware
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Best of the Rest – new products this season
P14 Celebrity Chef Lesley Waters
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P19 Berry Nice – summer sweet treats P26 Beautiful Bedding P33 Kitchen Icon – Wrendale Designs P40 Create a Cocktail P46 BBQs, parties and picnics P50 Tying the Knot? Let Harts help
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P53 Totally Tropical – Le Creuset’s Bamboo range P54 Use Your Loaf – baking special P61 Range of the Issue – KitchenAid P66 Harts Love – Peter Rabbit COVER IMAGE: Courtesy of Bonne Maman, www.bonnemaman.co.uk, see page 22.
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RAVE REVIEWS
We take great pride in our family-run firm and strive to provide the very best customer experience, from answering queries to products, prices, packaging and delivery. We’re delighted our feedback reflects this as the genuine reviews from verified customers shared throughout the magazine show – we have many more! For customer information see page 67 or visit www.hartsofstur.com. To place orders FREEPHONE 0800 371355 within store opening hours. You can call us with queries on 01258 472420. PUBLISHER: Tina Veater tina@ignyte.co.uk EDITOR: Sara Niven saraniven@saraniven.com DESIGN: James English je@jamesenglishdesign.co.uk
PRODUCT INSPIRATION: Clare Smith, Jon Dart, Sophie Harrison-Light and the Harts of Stur team DISTRIBUTION: Kimmy Middleton-Pfeiffer Places To Go and Glide Media
Prices were correct at the time of printing but visit our website for latest information. We endeavour to have everything in stock but to avoid disappointment, call us before visiting. Please note that products shown in supplied recipe images are not necessarily items we stock.
Kitchen is published by Ignyte Media Ltd for, and in conjunction with, Harts of Stur. Ignyte Media Ltd, Bathway Farm, Bathway, Chewton Mendip, Somerset BA3 4LN www.ignyte.co.uk Whilst every care has been taken in compiling Kitchen magazine and obtaining reliable sources, the opinions expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of the editor. Therefore the publisher cannot be held responsible for the arruracy of contributers’ content. Content submitted for publication may also be used digitally by Harts of Stur and Ignyte Media Ltd. Prices quoted are subject to currency fluctuations at the time of printing. For current prices please refer to www.hartsofstur.com.
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TIPS FROM THE TEAM Among the perks of being a member of the Harts of Stur team is being first to see new products. Here, 4 members of staff tell us what they have their eye on and why KIRI CAVENDISH CUSTOMER SERVICES The Carrera 571 Facial Brush is something completely new to us and I was excited to see it in our store. The facial brush is waterproof so can be used in the shower for deep cleansing, and there’s also an attachment that can be used to apply make-up. The Carrera 534 Hair Straighteners look amazing too and allow you to select your preferred temperature. Carrera 571 Facial Brush
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SHELLEY RENDELL ECOMMERCE ASSISTANT I’m coveting the KitchenAid Cordless Mini Chopper. I love to cook and bake and this compact gadget would make the whole process quick and easy. Being cordless is a massive bonus as I have restricted kitchen workspace and this would give me the freedom to prepare wherever I like, including the dining room table. KitchenAid Almond Cream Cordless Food Chopper Harts Price: £129.00
STEVE BOWLES GARDEN DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT If you’re anything like me and keep misplacing your secateurs, then the Florabrite secateurs are perfect. Available in fluorescent pink or yellow, they are easy to spot! The high-carbon stainless-steel blade will stay sharp and is endorsed by the Royal Horticultural Society. RHS Florabrite Fluorescent Bypass Secateurs, Yellow Harts Price: £20.99
TERESA QUICK SALES ASSISTANT I’m really looking forward to trying the new Barbary & Oak Shallow Casserole. It is durable, looks amazing and is instore at a really affordable price. I love the fact you can use it under the grill or in the oven. My only dilemma is whether to get it in red or blue! Barbary & Oak 28cm Shallow Casserole RRP: £119.99 Harts Price: £49.99
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Inspiring new products this season
Gastroback Design Dehydrator Natural Plus Harts Price: £88.96
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Make your own healthy snacks with a dehydrator
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reate nutritious vegetable crisps, dry herbs and fruit, make homemade muesli bars or even your own tea blends. The versatile Gastroback Design Dehydrator Natural Plus boasts variable temperature settings between 35C and 70C, ensuring food retains all its nutrients and enzymes, whether you’re drying pineapple or potato. In smart stainless-steel housing, it comes with 6 BPA-free drying grids, an LED display and a 72hour timer with automatic switch-off. In addition, 2 muesli bar moulds make it easy to whip up 8 homemade bars to any recipe you choose. Both the moulds and the drying grids are dishwasher safe and a 2-year manufacturer’s guarantee provides additional reassurance.
The dehydrator is just one of a range of products from this modern premium brand which focuses on great design, professional functionality, quality and safety. Gastroback aim to bring innovation to your kitchen with products previously only available for professionals. Choose from coffee and espresso machines, table grills, mixers and blenders, mincers, rice cookers and more.
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SEE+ SHOP The striking artwork created by Eleanor Bowmer in her Manchester studio, features on everything from homeware to pet accessories. Expect spots, shells, gold detailing, rainbows and more!
QUIRKY AND COLOURFUL
No need to search somewhere over the rainbow for products to add a splash of colour to your home and sunshine to your day
Eleanor Bowmer Drink Tray Shells This super-fun Eleanor Bowmer tray is the ideal display for a drinks cabinet or bar trolley. Designed with her iconic shells print on the base, and with a purple rim, the tray is made from a robust melamine and features handles for easy use. Harts Price: £19.95
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Eleanor Bowmer Cork Back Coaster Set of 4 Miami Shell Harts Price: £6.95
Eleanor Bowmer Frank Planter Pink Harts Price: £14.95
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Eleanor Bowmer Herb Pots Set of 3 Dalmatian Harts Price: £29.95
FUN & FABULOUS
The products in Sara Miller’s fabulously fun Underwater collection will add a splash of colour to your kitchen. From aprons to oven gloves, these high-quality items also make great gifts. Eleanor Bowmer Cake Tin Set of 2 Gems and Rainbow Harts Price: £24.95
Sara Miller Underwater Double Oven Glove Turtle RRP: £28.00 Harts Price: £23.80
Sara Miller India Collection Set of 4 Cake Plates Made from fine Portmeirion china, these plates are part of Sara Miller’s India collection which is inspired by her travels to Rajasthan. RRP: £47.00 Harts Price: £37.60 Eleanor Bowmer Travel Mug Rainbow Harts Price: £12.95
Sara Miller India Collection Mug Elephant’s Oasis Light Jade RRP: £17.50 Harts Price: £14.00
Sara Miller Underwater Tea Towel Fish RRP: £15.00 Harts Price: £12.76
Sara Miller Underwater Apron Seahorse RRP: £28.00 Harts Price: £23.80
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NEW AT HARTS Add a touch of class to your home by embracing timeless Barbary & Oak designs. Designed in Stoke-on-Trent, the range includes everything from casserole dishes, frying pans, knife sets, chopping boards and dinnerware.
Barbary & Oak 20cm Round Casserole Cast Iron Red Constructed from heat-retaining cast iron, this stunning casserole is designed to last and last. The dish has a 2L capacity and the enamel interior stops food from sticking, making it easy to clean. Has a 25-year Tower warranty. RRP: £89.99 Harts Price: £37.99
Barbary & Oak 23cm Cast Iron Grill Pan Blue RRP: £49.99 Harts Price: £25.00
BEST OF THE REST Top brands at great prices
Barbary & Oak 29cm Oval Casserole Cast Iron Blue Harts Price: £59.99 RRP: £139.99 Barbary & Oak Hoxton Vintage Salt & Pepper RRP: £59.99 Harts Price: £25.99
Barbary & Oak Round Acacia Chopping Board RRP: £53.99 Harts Price: £25.99
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Barbary & Oak Oslo 16 Piece Dinnerware Set Grey RRP: £139.99 Harts Price: £59.99
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NEW AT HARTS Carrera 657 Kitchen Machine Mixer Stylish, easy to use and with one of the most powerful motors in its class, this stand mixer from Carrera features a digital dial and integrated LED display. The mixer even lets you know which attachments are best for any of its 8 speeds. RRP: £399.00 Harts Price: £349.00
Carrera 552 Quartz Toaster Welcome to the modern world of toasting. With no outdated wire heating elements, the quartz ceramic elements of this superb machine are designed to brown your bread evenly – and safely. The Carrera 552 has a digital control unit with 9 settings, so you can have your toast just as you like it. RRP: £159.00 Harts Price: £127.95
Carrera 551 Electric Kettle Whether it’s a subtle green tea or a strong builder’s brew, the Carrera 551’s variable temperature settings will satisfy the most demanding of tea lovers. This stainless-steel kettle has a 1.7L capacity and comes with a detachable limescale filter. RRP: £159.00 Harts Price: £127.95
Carrera 655 Blender with Auto Cooking This multi-tasking blender can mix, crush, steam and even cook – making it a great little kitchen helper. Comes with a 1.75L thermal glass jug, 4 stainless-steel butterfly blades, a steam tray and cleaning brush. RRP: £499.00 Harts Price: £399.00
Le Creuset Signature Bamboo Cast Iron 28cm Frying Pan Backed by a Le Creuset lifetime guarantee, this cast-iron frying pan distributes heat beautifully and is suitable for all hob types, including induction. Harts Price: £195.00 Check website for latest offers
Le Creuset Riviera Collection Set of 4 350ml Mugs Harts Price: £55.00
Le Creuset Signature Satin Black Cast Iron 24cm Frying Pan Harts Price: £175.00 Le Creuset Riviera Collection Set of 4 Mini/Dip Bowls Harts Price: £40.00
Available in a range of sizes and colours
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Stoven Soft Touch Induction 5 Piece Cookware Set Constructed from high-grade stainless steel, with riveted handles featuring a silicone sleeve for easy handling, this great value set includes 3 saucepans, a non-stick milk pan and non-stick frying pan. RRP: £275.00 Harts Price: £149.95
Melitta EPOS Gold Filter Coffee Machine 1024-02 Featuring Melitta’s debut electric pour over system, this coffee machine has an integrated grinder, easy-tohandle filter, removable water tank and 360-degree rotating spout. It also features a hot plate that stays warm for up to 40 minutes. Harts Price: £299.99
Melitta EPOUR Chrome Filter Coffee Machine 1024-11 This machine sets new standards in the preparation of filter coffee Harts Price: £199.99 Jura E8 Piano White Coffee Machine Using the latest Jura technology, the Jura E8 Piano White Coffee Machine can make up to 12 varieties of coffee and tea – music to the ears of those particular about their cuppas. RRP: £1195.00 Harts Price: £949.00
Coast & Country by Tower Heritage 2 Person Picnic Bag RRP: £119.99 Harts Price: £59.99
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Coast & Country by Tower Heritage 30L Cooler Bag Insulated, with a large main compartment, carry straps and a detachable over-body strap, this cooler bag ensures food and drink arrives at your chosen destination cool and spill-free. RRP: £79.99 Harts Price: £40.00
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Tower Scandi 2 Piece Fry Pan Set Grey RRP: £65.99 Harts Price: £31.00
Tower Scandi 5 Piece Knife Set with Knife Block Grey Covered by a 5-year Tower warranty, this block includes a chef’s knife, bread knife, carving knife, utility knife and paring knife – all with non-stick stainless-steel blades. RRP: £69.99 Harts Price: £32.99
Tower Scandi 5 Piece Pan Set Grey Get busy in the kitchen with this set of fabulously durable pans – all featuring a non-stick coated cream interior. Suitable for all hob types, including induction. RRP: £189.99 Harts Price: £88.00
Tramontina Pre-Seasoned 32cm Cast Iron Wok RRP: £99.00 Harts Price: £49.99
Tramontina Pre-Seasoned 27cm Cast Iron Square Griddle Pan RRP: £59.99 Harts Price: £29.95
The Tramontina Cast Iron Range is suitable for multiple cooking options, is easy to clean and offers durability and exceptional resistance with products to last a lifetime.
Tramontina Pre-Seasoned 31cm Cast Iron Oval Sizzler Plate RRP: £39.99 Harts Price: £29.95
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HAPPENING AT HARTS Our latest news and views
A HAND FROM HARTS As an independent, family business we have always looked for opportunities to give back to the local community. Over the years we have donated thousands of draw prizes and supported and sponsored many events and organisations. Our Harts of Stur Charity Account allows us to make substantial contributions annually to numerous worthy causes. For 2022, we have selected the following charities to support: Mind is a national mental health charity that provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. The Vale Pantry is a social supermarket run entirely by volunteers, that helps families or individuals struggling financially and who have had to cut back on food. Based in our hometown of Sturminster Newton, but open to anyone living in North Dorset, the Pantry was set up in 2020 following a need identified through a local GP surgery, The Blackmore Vale Partnership. Unlike a food bank, those who use the Pantry pay a small membership on each visit and then choose the food they would like for the week ahead. The Rainy Day Trust is the only charity which exists solely to help people and their families in times of need who have worked in the UK’s home improvement and enhancement industry. This includes housewares, DIY, hardware and garden centre sectors. Whether sudden redundancy or an accident is the issue, the Trust provides help in a number of ways, from financial assistance through to training and support.
A Vintage Year
The 2021 New Year’s Day Vintage and Classic Vehicle Run, which Harts of Stur are proud sponsors of, raised a fantastic total of £1,698 for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. More than 120 pre-1991 cars, buses, lorries and tractors took part in the event at the start of the year, with 20-plus pre-1995 motorbikes. The vehicles gathered in Sturminster Newton before embarking on a 39-mile, single-hill run or a 48-mile, 4-hill sweep through the West Dorset countryside. PICTURED ABOVE: beside a pristine vintage MG are representatives of the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance being presented with a cheque by Graham Hart, managing director of Harts of Stur, and organisers of the vehicle run.
GREEN FINGERS Get your garden looking gorgeous for the summer with these top tips from Michael, our garden department manager. • Check watering systems - hose pipes, connections, water butts etc - in case of drought later in the summer
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• Spring and early summer are good times to plant out new shrubs and perennials so they can establish before winter • Remember to put in place plant supports early on before perennials become too established • At the end of May/start of June, cut back all or part of perennials (such as anthemis, catmint, heleniums, sedums, penstemons) to encourage later flowering and bushier growth
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HOMEMADE HEAVEN All the delicious cakes we sell in the Coffee Loft are homemade. This strawberry cake recipe from Ben, our Coffee Loft manager, is perfect to enjoy with an afternoon cup of tea. SERVES 10 227g caster sugar 7g pack strawberry jelly powder 227g self-raising flour 5g baking powder 4 eggs 227g butter 200g cream cheese 100g icing sugar 5ml vanilla essence 200g strawberries (extra for decorating) 100g strawberry jam
1 Grease 2 x 21cm cake tins with butter and line with baking parchment. 2 Purée 200g of strawberries with the vanilla essence using a blender. 3 In the cake mixing bowl, add the self-raising flour, caster sugar, strawberry jelly powder, softened diced butter, eggs and baking powder. 4 Beat the ingredients until well combined. Be careful not to overbeat, then gradually add the strawberry purée. The mix may split slightly but don’t worry. 5 Make sure all mix is scraped from the sides and evenly mixed, then divide evenly between the lined cake tins. 6 Bake at 180 degrees for 25 mins until a knife comes out clean. Allow to cool on a rack. 7 Whisk together the cream cheese and sifted icing sugar with a dash of vanilla essence. 8 Spread 1 sponge with strawberry jam and sliced
• Regularly feeding hanging baskets and containers will keep your displays looking their best • Keep the garden looking smart by edging lawns • Try to plant leafy salad crops under partial shade to avoid bitter tasting leaves • Avoid the risk of carrot fly by covering crops with fine woven mesh (such as Enviromesh or similar) and protect brassicas the
strawberries. Divide the cream cheese icing between the 2 layers and sandwich together, then decorate with strawberries and enjoy!
same way to prevent caterpillar eggs being laid by cabbage white butterflies • Shade greenhouses with shade mesh or brush on white greenhouse glass paint to avoid overheating and scorching • Cover soft fruit with netting to avoid birds stealing your crop! • Peg down strawberry runners into pots of compost so they root and produce more plants
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You’ll find more berry recipes on page 19 and another fantastic cake to make on page 62 if chocolate is more your thing!
• Tomatoes and peppers need watering regularly to avoid blossom end rot (which can be caused by erratic watering)
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STILL WATERS With a career in TV spanning more than three decades, Lesley Waters’ passion for food remains as strong as ever
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er Dorset-based cookery school has been established since 2006, but the awardwinning chef fell in love with teaching many years before that. London-born Lesley launched her food journey by studying French cuisine at Ealing College before joining Prue Leith’s restaurant, rapidly rising through the ranks to become senior chef. She went on to join Leith’s School of Food and Wine as an instructor. Since then, Lesley has written in excess of 20 books, and been a regular on television shows since the late 80s, including This Morning, Ready Steady Cook and Great Food Live. The mother-of-2, who refers to her family as “her rock”, places an emphasis on healthy eating and has somehow found the time to qualify as a fitness instructor. She has regularly represented British food at international cookery exhibitions. Her heart, however, is firmly in Dorset. Having fallen in love with the area and its abundance of great local produce, she realised a dream by opening the Lesley Waters Cook School. Originally in Abbots Hill, it has now moved to the heart of historic Shaftesbury, where Lesley’s favourite Abbey Gardens are also situated. Her school offers demonstrations and handson classes with a focus on creating easy, modern dishes and a wide range of themed cookery days. In addition, she is a regular guest chef at White Pepper Chef Academy and Cookery School in Lytchett Matravers, near Poole. This summer Lesley is looking forward
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to going sailing and eating outdoors. And when asked what advice she would give herself at the age of 18, she says simply: “To go for it, to travel, to be kind and to never stop learning.” Given all she has achieved, it seems she has taken her own advice. For more about Lesley, and to book classes at her cookery school, visit www.lesleywaters.com.
Rich Cheese Soufflés SERVES 6
These double-baked soufflés can be cooked several hours in advance and then re-baked just before serving. 300ml milk 1 slice onion Pinch of nutmeg 1 bay leaf 45g butter 45g plain flour 1 tsp grainy mustard 55g mature cheddar cheese, grated 55g hard goat’s cheese, grated 3 large eggs, separated 200ml double cream Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 Preheat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. 2 Place the milk, onion, nutmeg and bay leaf in a saucepan and gently heat. Remove the pan from the heat and set one side to infuse for 30 mins then remove the onion and bay leaf. 3 In a second saucepan, melt the butter.
Stir in the flour and gently cook for 30 secs. Remove the pan from the heat and gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Return the pan to the heat and stir until the sauce boils and thickens.
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7 When ready to serve, preheat the oven to 220C/Gas 7. Loosen the soufflé edges with a knife and turn out, upside down, into a shallow ovenproof dish. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and pour over the cream. 8 Place in the oven for approximately 1012 mins until the soufflés are puffed and golden. Serve at once with a spoonful of celery and apple salad.
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Marinated Spatchcock Chicken with Mustard Sauce SERVES 4 1.8kg chicken 100ml white wine 3 tbsp olive oil 3 bay leaves Handful of mixed herbs (tarragon, parsley, thyme) FOR THE MUSTARD SAUCE 2 organic egg yolks 1 heaped tbsp grainy mustard 300ml grapeseed oil (or mix of extra virgin olive oil & grapeseed) 1 tbsp tarragon vinegar 2-3 tbsp natural set yoghurt Salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 Using a small sharp knife, release the oyster-shaped pieces alongside the backbone of the chicken. Using a pair of scissors or a pair of poultry shears, cut down either side of the chicken’s backbone. Open out the chicken and flatten on a board by pressing down with the heel of your hand. Gently loosen the skin away from the breast meat and using your hands, push the mixed herbs underneath the skin. 2 In a jug, mix the wine and olive oil and season generously with freshly ground black pepper. Place the chicken in a shallow dish, scatter over the bay leaves and pour over the wine and oil mix. Cover, chill and leave to marinate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
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5 Meanwhile make the mustard sauce. Place the egg yolks in a bowl with the mustard and whisk together. 6 Gradually and slowly whisk in half the oil. When the mayonnaise starts to become very thick, add the vinegar. Gradually whisk in the remaining oil.
3 Preheat the oven to Gas 6.
7 Gently combine the mustard mayo with the natural yoghurt and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
4 Season the chicken skin with salt. Transfer the meat, with its marinade, to a roasting tin and roast in the oven for
8 Serve the hot roasted chicken with its pan juices, a bowl of mustard sauce and a roasted new potato salad.
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1 Pre-heat the oven to 200C/Gas 6.
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2 Grate the courgettes and place in a bowl with the lemon zest, 2 tbsp olive oil and season generously.
4 Meanwhile, make the salsa verde. Put the broad beans, parsley, mint, garlic, capers and oil into a food processor. Whiz for just a few secs until it has a coarse texture. Season to taste.
3 Put one salmon fillet, skin side down, on a roasting tray. Spread over the courgette mixture then put the other fillet on top skin side up. Tie up with string every 2.5cm. Drizzle over remaining oil and season with a little sea salt. Roast for
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SERVES 8 3 courgettes, grated 1 lemon, zest only 4 tbsp olive oil 2 tail-end pieces salmon fillet, about 900g each, pin-boned with skin left on FOR THE SALSA VERDE 100g baby broad beans, cooked and podded 4 tbsp flat leaf parsley 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves 2 garlic cloves, crushed 99g jar capers, drained and rinsed 200ml olive oil
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SEIZE THE MOMENT If you’re reading this while asparagus is still in season, make the most of it advises Lesley “I know it’s possible to buy asparagus all year round these days, but it’s not something I choose to do,” explains Lesley. “I prefer to wait and enjoy the anticipation of my first pile of British asparagus. It is always best to cook as soon as possible as asparagus does not store well. My first dish is generally enjoyed very simply with melted butter, black pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice. Then, with my craving satisfied, I go on to plunge into as many recipes as I can think of before the season ends! “Here are a couple of cooking methods and favourite dishes that will be making an appearance this year.”
Steaming Asparagus
Using two hands, bend the bottom half of each stalk and the tougher base end will naturally snap off. Tower Essentials 16cm Asparagus Steamer Use the upper stalk and tips for This high-grade, stainless-steel steamer is suitable for all hob types, including induction, and can be used for steaming and reserve the tougher other vegetables, such as corn on the cob. ends for later. Place the asparagus RRP: £19.99 Harts Price: £14.95 in a steamer or colander over a pan of gently boiling water, cover with a lid and steam for approximately 5 mins, or until the stalks are tender. Thinner stalks will obviously take less time than thicker.
Asparagus with Lemon Mayo
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Pan-Frying Asparagus
Prepare your asparagus as for steaming, then transfer to a bowl and toss with a little virgin olive oil (about 1 tbsp per 450g asparagus). Preheat a heavybased frying or griddle pan until hot and add the oiled asparagus. Cook over a medium-high heat for 2 mins then cover with a lid and cook for a further 4-7 mins until tender. Alternatively, after 2-3 mins you can transfer the pan to a hot oven.
Asparagus Asparagus Soldiers with Cherry Tomatoes and Feta with Soft-Boiled SERVES 4 AS A STARTER Eggs
Place 1 medium egg per person in a pan of cold water. Bring to the boil and simmer for 2-3 mins. Remove the eggs, place each in an eggcup and slice the tops open. Season your steamed asparagus with a little melted butter, salt and pepper and serve at once with softboiled eggs, dipping the soft, green tips into the runny yellow yolks.
Pan-fry the asparagus as above, season and transfer to a warmed serving plate. Add 225g of cherry tomatoes to the hot pan and cook for 1-2 mins until starting to soften. Spoon onto the asparagus and drizzle with a little balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Crumble 110g of Woolsery Fiesta goat’s cheese over the top and serve.
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BERRY NICE
Nothing quite says summer like something sweet and fruity, whether that’s a simple bowl of berries and cream or one of these glorious recipes
Raspberry Cranachan
increase the heat and bring to a boil until it turns the colour of honey. Stir in the oatmeal and spread the mixture on an oiled baking sheet to cool.
This is deliciously rich and decadent, with an added whisky finish.
4 Once it has cooled and set, break into pieces or pop in a small food processor for a quick whizz.
SERVES 4 30g caster sugar 100g coarse oatmeal 300g fresh raspberries 1.5 tbsp raspberry and vanilla jam 3 tbsp whisky 300ml whipping cream Mint leaves, for decoration
1 Place the caster sugar in a pan with 1.5 tbsp of water. Leave on a low heat for around 5 mins to melt. Do not stir. 2 Put the oatmeal in a frying pan on a medium heat and swirl it around to brown, but don’t let it burn. Once it has started to colour, remove from the heat. 3 When the sugar has dissolved,
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5 Place the raspberries in a saucepan (keeping a few back for decoration) with the raspberry and vanilla jam and heat until they start to break down. 6 Add the whisky to the cream and whip until thick and holding its shape. Reserve a couple of tbsps of the oatmeal mix and stir the rest through the cream. 7 Put a heaped tbsp in a glass or dish, followed by the same of raspberry jam, then add more cream and another raspberry layer. Sprinkle over a little of the oatmeal mix, and top with a fresh raspberry and a mint leaf. Chill until ready to serve. Recipe courtesy of The Hawkshead Relish Company, www.hawksheadrelish.com
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Use yoghurt instead of cream for a lighter mix.
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If You Care FSC Certified Parchment Baking Sheets RRP: £4.95 Harts Price: £3.95
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Wild Blueberry Butter Pudding SERVES 4-6
1 Heat the oven to 180C/fan oven 160C/Gas 4. 2 Slice the croissant in half horizontally and spread with butter and wild blueberry conserve. 3 Quarter each one and scatter over the base of a buttered oven-proof dish.
4 day-old croissants 50g unsalted butter 100g wild blueberry conserve 4 large eggs 200ml whole milk 50ml cream Finely grated zest of 1 large orange Few drops of vanilla extract 100g mixed fresh raspberries and blueberries
4 Whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, zest and vanilla.
6 Scatter over the fresh fruit and return to the oven for a further 5-10 mins or until the custard is lightly set. Much will depend on the size and depth of your dish, so take the pudding from the oven when the custard is still a little wobbly. 7 Dust lightly with icing sugar before serving with chilled single cream or ice cream.
5 Pour about half the mixture over the croissant and leave to soak for 2-3 mins. Add the remaining mixture and bake for 30 mins.
Icing sugar, to serve
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Wild Strawberry Profiteroles This recipe is vegetarian, and perfect for spring and summer. MAKES 12 250g tub mascarpone cheese 175ml ready-made chilled crème anglaise or vanilla custard 4 generous tbsp strawberry conserve 200g mixed fresh summer fruits Icing sugar, to dust FOR THE CHOUX PASTRY 60g strong plain flour 50g unsalted butter, diced 2 large eggs
1 Heat the oven to 200C/fan oven 180C/Gas 6. 2 Line 1 or 2 baking sheets with baking parchment. 3 To make the pastry, sift the flour onto another sheet of parchment. Put the butter in a small saucepan with 150ml cold
water. Heat gently until the butter has melted, then bring to the boil. When the liquid is bubbling furiously remove the pan from the heat and pour in all the flour off the paper. Beat with a wooden spoon until the flour has been blended into the liquid.
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4 Gradually beat in the eggs until the mixture is a thick, smooth and glossy paste. 5 Drop tbsps of the choux paste onto the baking sheets, leaving about 2.5cm between them. 6 Bake the choux buns for 25-30 mins, or until golden and crisp. Turn off the oven, make a small slit in each bun and return to the oven for a further 2-3 mins to dry out. Cool on a wire rack. 7 Meanwhile, put the mascarpone in a bowl and gradually beat in the custard until smooth.
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8 When ready to serve, halve the profiteroles and put 1 tsp of conserve in the bottom of each one. Fill with the mascarpone custard and top with a mixture of fruits. Replace the tops and dust with icing sugar. Serve straight away. Zyliss Non-Stick Baking Sheet RRP: £18.00 Harts Price: £16.20
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Strawberry Ripple Ice Cream One of the simplest homemade ice cream recipes ever. SERVES 4-6 300ml double cream 300ml full-fat Greek yoghurt 275g strawberry conserve 2 tbsp liqueur, such as crème de cassis 3-4 sugared rose petals 4-6 crushed waffle cones, to finish
1 Whip the cream in a large bowl until it just begins to hold its shape. Fold in the yoghurt and 200g of the conserve. 2 Spoon half the mixture into a freezer-proof container that is about 5cm deep. 3 Stir the liqueur into the remaining conserve in a separate bowl and drizzle over the top of the cream mixture in the container. 4 Spoon over the remaining cream mixture and freeze for at least 3 hrs (depending on depth of container). Serve in cones or scoops with crushed, sugared rose petals sprinkled on top. Profiterole, bread and butter pudding and ice cream recipes all courtesy of Bonne Maman, www.bonnemaman.co.uk
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KitchenAid Almond Cream Cordless Hand Mixer RRP: £149.00 Harts Price: £134.95
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You’re guaranteed great results with Cuisinart Cuisinart ICE100BCU Gelato & Ice Cream Professional Harts Price: £299.00
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ce cream or sorbet goes brilliantly with berries. In fact, they turn any fruit into a refreshing summer dessert or you could team ice cream with nuts, chocolate or honeycomb for something completely decadent! Whatever your preference, the Cuisinart Gelato and Ice Cream Professional makes it simple, producing 1.5L of delicious ice cream, sorbet or frozen yoghurt in as little as 40 minutes. There’s a specially designed paddle for ice cream and another for gelato, guaranteeing the perfect consistency whichever you choose, while a professional compressor system means there’s no need to pre-freeze the bowl. It is also incredibly easy to use. Just add your chosen ingredients, set the digital timer and press start. When the cycle is complete, the machine automatically switches off and keeps your dessert cool for up to 10 minutes – if anyone can wait that long that is!
• 1.5L capacity • Fully automatic • Includes 2 different paddles for ice cream and gelato • Keep cool feature • Add extra ingredients or toppings during mixing • Easy clean, removable paddles, lid and bowl. • 5-year guarantee.
RAVE REVIEWS Yet another superb purchase from Harts. This ice cream maker is so easy to use and produces fantastic results. I’ve made 5 different flavours so far, with each mixed and frozen in under an hour. Great purchase which I can really recommend. It’s becoming addictive! Nicholas S To see more of what our customers say about us, visit www. hartsofstur.com/reviews.
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STORING ESSENTIALS This range of hard-wearing food containers from MasterClass are made from stainless steel and are completely microwaveable. They can also be frozen, are oven-safe up to 180C, are BPA, PFOA and PTFE-free and dishwasher-safe.
STORE AND MORE For leftovers, for lunchboxes, for picnics – we have all options covered
OXO Good Grips 2 Pack of 142ml Containers Harts Price: £12.00
Other sizes available MasterClass Stainless Steel Storage 2.7 Litre Food Container RRP: £32.99 Harts Price: £25.96
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Lock & Lock Eco 750ml Square Oven Glass Container RRP: £8.99 Harts Price: £8.00
Lock & Lock 2 Piece Round Container Set RRP: £6.49 Harts Price: £4.50
Lock & Lock Eco 2L Rectangular Oven Glass Container RRP: £18.99 Harts Price: £16.95 Artisan Street 120ml Mini Storage Jar Set of 4 RRP: £34.95 Harts Price: £29.95
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To keep cut herbs like coriander and parsley as fresh as possible, try storing them in Mason jars filled a few inches with water and keep in the door of the fridge. Treat them like flowers, replacing the water and trimming the ends. Kiri
Artisan Street 1.25L Large Storage Jar RRP: £11.95 Harts Price: £10.75
Lock & Lock 5.5 Litre Round Cake Box With Tray & Carry Handle RRP: £25.99 Harts Price: £22.95
Artisan Street 600ml Stacking Storage Jar Set of 3 RRP: £34.95 Harts Price: £29.95
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Transform your bedroom with Scion’s Mr Fox range, go dark and dramatic with Morris & Co or pick pretty pastel shades with Katie Piper
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Scion Living Mr Fox Duvet Cover Double Teal Created from 100% cotton, this fun and attractive double duvet cover can be co-ordinated with Scion’s Mr Fox range of cushions, curtains and throws. Harts Price: £70.00
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Scion Living Lovebirds Cushion 30 x 50cm Flamenco Harts Price: £40.00
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DARK AND DRAMATIC Morris & Co Seasons by May Duvet Cover Double Saffron Sleep blissfully under this exquisite 220-thread count cotton duvet cover, featuring a colourful mesh of parakeets, roses, tulips, leaves and turning stems. Also comes in king size and super king size. Harts Price: £115.00
Morris & Co Crown Imperial Cushion 50 x 50cm Charcoal and Linen Harts Price: £60.00
Morris & Co Honeysuckle and Tulip Duvet Cover Double Mulberry and Teal Harts Price: £115.00
Morris & Co Sunflower Quilted Throw 125 x 220cm Saffron Harts Price: £275.00
Morris & Co Strawberry Thief Quilted Throw Crimson Harts Price: £275.00
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Sanderson Jackfruit Duvet Cover Double Fig and Olive Another winner from England’s longstanding design group, this bold cover is just one part of the Sanderson Jackfruit collection. The reverse side of the duvet cover features a geometrical pattern. Harts Price: £95.00
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Other sizes available
Sanderson Paradesia Cushion 50 x 50cm Blue Harts Price: £55.00
Sanderson Paradesia Woven Throw 150 x 200cm Teal Harts Price: £165.00
Sanderson Tulipomania Cushion 45 x 45cm Ivory and Ink Harts Price: £55.00
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SPICY SHADES Helena Springfield Cassia Grove Breakfast Cushion 45 x 45cm Cinnamon Harts Price: £20.00
Helena Springfield Cassia Grove Fleece Throw 140 x 180cm Cinnamon Harts Price: £40.00
Helena Springfield Grove Duvet Cover Set Double Cinnamon Super style at a great price, this double set includes a pair of pillowcases with matching duvet cover. Also available in single, king size and super king size. Harts Price: £35.00
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Katie Piper Calm Daisy Duvet Cover Set Double Pink Lilac Harts Price: £60.00
Katie Piper Calm Knitted Throw 130 x 150cm Pink Lilac Harts Price: £85.00
Katie Piper Be Still Chunky Cushion 60 x 40cm Blue Harts Price: £35.00
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COMFORTABLE LIVING
Boneco F220 Air Shower Fan Designed to keep the room’s air in constant motion, this 4-speed fan features a head that can be rotated 270 degrees and pole support that allows for different heights. RRP: £159.00 Harts Price: £149.99
A BREATH OF Fresh Air Keep rooms at the perfect temperature and the air clean with our range of fans and purifiers
Duux Whisper Flex Smart Fan Black Boasting a state-of-the-art control panel offering a choice of 26 speed settings, the quiet but superefficient Duux Whisper Flex can be used as either a desk fan or floor model. Comes with a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty. Harts Price: £149.99
Winix Zero Pro Air Purifier with AOC Filter With a 4-stage filtration system, this purifier is designed to clean environments of airborne allergens, viruses, odours and fine particles. RRP: £299.00 Harts Price: £269.00
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Vybra Multi 3-in-1 Tower Black Get your rooms to the perfect temperature with this stylish fan heater, cooling fan and air steriliser. The tower is thermostat and temperature-controlled, and can be run via remote control or through a smartphone. RRP: £199.00 Harts Price: £189.00
Judge 3-Speed 16” Pedestal Fan Great for cooling rooms or conservatories, this simple-to-use fan is fully adjustable both in height and angle. A handy timer can be set for up to 60 minutes, after which the fan will automatically turn off. Comes with a Judge 2-year domestic electrical guarantee. RRP: £91.00 Harts Price: £35.00
Winex Zero Compact Air Purifier This stylish and compact purifier may be small but packs a powerful punch. With a 4-stage air purifier, it captures and filters everything from pet hairs to cigarette smoke, removing allergens, neutralising bacteria and reducing odour, and is tested and certified by ECARF and Allergy UK. RRP: £149.00 Harts Price: £129.00
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Winix Zero S Air Purifier Keep your air free of allergens, mould spores, pollen, cigarette smoke and other unwelcome household smells. This comes with a handy night mode where the LED lights will dim, and the purifier operates silently. Harts Price: £219.00
Boneco P50 Portable Air Purifier, Ionizer & Aroma Diffuser White Create a relaxing environment and enhance your wellbeing with this 2-in-1 waterless aroma diffuser and air ioniser. Compact and powered by USB control, the Boneco P50 can easily be taken on your travels or used at your work desk. RRP: £49.99 Harts Price: £44.99
Honeywell AirGenius 5 Air Purifier A perfect choice for those with large rooms, the AirGenius 5 has 5 touchscreen controls and patented filter that is extremely quiet and effective at collecting 99.9% of airborne particles. The purifier has an oscillation option to quickly disperse cleaner air throughout the room. RRP: £274.99 Harts Price: £249.95 32
Honeywell Premium Air Purifier Featuring True HEPA filtration technology, this smart machine collects up to 99.97% of common household particles. A great choice for those who suffer from allergies or asthma, the purifier has a patented design for maximum air take and comes with a 3-year warranty. RRP: £374.99 Harts Price: £299.95
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Hannah Dale’s enchanting illustrations have taken her further than she ever expected as she explains to Kitchen magazine
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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: A family affair – Hannah and Jack with their children. Don’t take the hump – camels are among Hannah’s many colourful characters. From tableware to textiles – Hannah’s charming animal characters look lovely on a dresser or table.
When Hannah Dale first started sketching animals, she had no idea that a decade later her company, Wrendale Designs, would be a multi-awardwinning, international success. In 2012, having given up a job in London to move to Lincolnshire, Hannah began drawing and painting at her kitchen table in Melton Ross. The former stockbroker, who has a degree in zoology from the University of Cambridge, took inspiration from local wildlife to create exquisite images of hares, full of character and mischief.
AN INSTANT HIT
Having transferred her watercolours on to cards, Hannah began providing these to local gift shops. They were an instant hit. As demand grew, she expanded her repertoire to paint, amongst other creatures, badgers, owls, ducks, cows, foxes and pheasants. “One of the reasons I started Wrendale was because I had struggled to find work that would fit around the demands of a young family - I didn’t quite realise at the time it would end up becoming such a full-time job!” says Hannah, now a mother of 3. “I often end up painting early in the mornings before the children wake up and at weekends too, and I have definitely struggled over the years to get the balance right. I don’t think it would be possible without having Jack in the business – we make a really great team with his strengths complementing my weaknesses and vice versa. We share the load with childcare too.”
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family-run enterprise which now employs more than 70 people. “I feel really lucky to make a living from doing something that I love. It can definitely be stressful at times and the last 2 years have been challenging, but having a family business feels such a privilege and I wouldn’t want to do anything else.” Today, inspired by her zoology degree, Hannah’s illustrations include elephants, giraffes, llamas and more, while in 2020, her watercolour of koalas raised £17,000 for the WWF Australia Appeal, providing emergency care for wildlife injured in the bushfires.
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“I feel really lucky to make a living from doing something that I love. It can definitely be stressful at times and the last two years have been challenging, but having a family business feels such a privilege and I wouldn’t want to do anything else.” PERFECT PARTNERS
Maintaining consistently high standards, the business has established a firm reputation for quality. All the greeting cards are printed on sustainably-sourced board produced in the Lake District. These also have a tactile quality, reminiscent of the watercolour board the designs are first painted on. It’s this same thought that goes into every product. Pairing with famous pottery maker Portmeirion in 2013 has resulted in cushions, fabrics, mugs, ceramics, tinware and kitchenware items. Another successful collaboration has been with UK-based candle and home fragrance company Wax Lyrical. In recent years, many of her friendly characters have been turned into cuddly 3D creations as part of a new plush range. The latest launch was a collection of puzzles which hit the shelves just last summer. Having scooped several Henries awards (the greeting card industry’s equivalent of the Oscars), Hannah and her team gained a Queen’s Award for Enterprise in 2019, and last year she won an Athena award at the NatWest Everywoman Awards which celebrate inspirational businesswomen.
ABOVE: Scent of success – a collaboration with Wax Lyrical has produced gorgeous candles and reed diffusers. BELOW: To the top in 10 – Hannah had no idea how far her company would come in a decade.
with a new baby collection in 2023. Although Hannah says her aim from the very beginning was to create a household name, she admits she never anticipated where the company is today. “My vision for Wrendale was to have a stockist in every town in the UK. I still have to pinch myself when I think how far we have come in the past decade.”
AN INTERNATIONAL SUCCESS Wrendale Designs are also a big hit internationally with the company currently distributing to a total of 47 countries and plans for further expansion. There are also more new products in the pipeline, including additions to the popular plush collection – look out for Camilla the giraffe and Gordon the Highland cow, along
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WRENDALE DESIGNS Wrendale Designs Fox Plush Cuddly Toy with Canvas Gift Bag A wonderful gift for a wee one, or fox fan of any age, this cuddly creature is a beautiful blend of high-quality materials and Hannah Wrendale’s celebrated artwork. RRP: £40.00 Harts Price: £36.00
Wrendale Designs Hedgehog Plush Cuddly Toy with Canvas Gift Bag RRP: £40.00 Harts Price: £36.00
Wrendale Designs Teapot Harts Price: £36.00 RRP: £45.00
Wrendale Blue Tit Bird House RRP: £28.00 Harts Price: £25.20
Wrendale Designs Country Set Book RRP: £10.00 Harts Price: £9.00
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Wrendale Designs Mouse Travel Mug RRP: £15.00 Harts Price: £12.00
Wrendale Designs Guinea Pigs 3 Bowls and Tray Set RRP: £42.00 Harts Price: £33.60
SEE+ SHOP For our full range of Wrendale Design products, come and browse our store or visit us online at www.hartsofstur.com
Wrendale Designs Medium Dog Bed RRP: £59.00 Harts Price: £53.10
Wrendale Designs Dog Garden Belt Blooming with Love RRP: £22.00 Harts Price: £19.80
Wrendale Designs Cotton Drill Apron Harts Price: £15.60 RRP: £19.50
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Wrendale Designs 8’’ Pet Bowl RRP: £32.50 Harts Price: £26.00
Wrendale Designs Lovely Mum Mug & Tray Set Add a dash of duckling joy to cuppa time with this delightful matching porcelain mug and melamine tray set. RRP: £19.00 Harts Price: £15.20
Wrendale Designs Mice Biscuit Tin RRP: £18.00 Harts Price: £16.20 Wrendale Designs Fine Bone China Mug Feather Your Nest Harts Price: £10.00 RRP: £12.50 Wrendale by Wax Lyrical Meadow Candle Jar This Meadowsweet candle by Wax Lyrical has a burn time of up to 62 hours. The jar, with a wooden lid, is designed to be used once the candle has been enjoyed. RRP: £26.00 Harts Price: £16.90 38
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SUMMER CELEBRATIONS From birthdays to bank holidays, parties to picnics, enjoy a sociable summer
LSA Moya Champagne Flute Set of 2 RRP: £45.00 Harts Price: £36.00
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COASTAL COCKTAILS Simple but stunning – these vodka-based cocktails take seconds to make but need serving in style
The Shantini “The right glass is as important to a great cocktail experience as a quality spirit,” says Hugh Lambert, the founder of Shanty Spirit, a Dorsetbased, award-winning organic vodka company. “It’s about the whole experience and all aspects have to be in balance. We adore these cocktail glasses from LSA; the design, the weight and the clarity align perfectly with what we are trying to create, a unique twist on a classic serve.” SERVES 1 60ml of Shanty Organic Seaweed Botanical Vodka 10ml dry vermouth
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Shanty Mule SERVES 1 50ml Shanty Vodka 100ml ginger ale
The Shanty Mary “One of our signature serves is our version of the classic Bloody Mary,” explains Hugh. “This modern slant on a traditional High Ball glass is perfect for it.”
125ml of tomato juice 5ml lemon juice A pinch of sea salt and a pinch of white pepper
Combine both and serve in a copper mug over ice. Garnish with a lime wedge or slice of fresh ginger.
BarCraft Copper Finish Double Walled Moscow Mule Mug RRP: £20.49 Harts Price: £17.95
4 drops of Green Tabasco 2 dashes of Worcester sauce
ABOUT SHANTY
Rub a wedge of lemon around the outer rim of a tall glass. Fill the glass with ice, pour in all the ingredients and mix. Garnish with a stick of celery.
Shanty Seaweed Botanical Vodka blends 5 handforaged, organic British seaweeds to create unique Umami flavours. It can be enjoyed as a sipping vodka, on the rocks and in cocktails. Shanty Spirits will be at numerous events across the Dorset this summer, including the Christchurch Food Festival and Weymouth Seafood Festival, www.shantyspirit.com.
SERVES 1 50ml of Shanty Organic Seaweed Botanical Vodka
Riedel Fire Long Drink Glasses Set of 2 RRP: £29.95 Harts Price: £22.95
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BUYER’S GUIDE
Shaken or stirred
Dartington Glitz Cocktail Saucers Set of 2 RRP: £49.00 Harts Price: £39.20
All the gear for great cocktails
BarCraft Stainless Steel Ice Serving Tongs RRP: £3.79 Harts Price: £2.95
Colourworks Brights Purple Easy Pop Silicone Spherical Ice Mould RRP: £10.99 Harts Price: £9.95
BarCraft Copper Finish Drinks Muddler RRP: £11.99 Harts Price: £9.95
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BarCraft Zinc Fired Glass Cocktail Shaker 700ml Shake your Manhattans or mojitos up in style with this striking shaker. The glass body is hand-finished with a zinc-firing process to leave a delicate, swirling decoration. The 700mlcapacity shaker comes with a year’s warranty. RRP: £23.99 Harts Price: £19.95
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BUYER’S GUIDE BarCraft 8-Piece Boston Cocktail Making Set with Hammered Finish This polished-steel set includes a 2-piece Boston-style shaker, doublesided jigger, bottle opener, mixing spoon, pair of bar tongs, strainer and 2 bottle pourers with silicone seals. RRP: £34.99 Harts Price: £27.95
LSA Epoque Champagne Saucer 150ml Peacock/ Lustre Set of 2 RRP: £50.00 Harts Price: £40.00
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Chill your cocktail glasses ahead of time and use quality spirits for the best results. To shake or stir is a personal preference unless your cocktail recipe includes cream, then heavy shaking is needed to mix everything. Shelley
OXO Good Grips Covered Silicone Cocktail Cubes Ice Cube Tray RRP: £17.50 Harts Price: £16.63
RAVE REVIEWS I bought a couple of the pina colada cocktail infusion bottles and am so impressed by the value for money. I think it’s quirky, very easy to order and very fast delivery. Karen B
BarCraft Make Your Own Pina Colada Cocktail Bottle Kit RRP: £17.99 Harts Price: £14.95
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Ravenhead Entertain Set of 2 Pineapple Cocktail Glasses RRP: £10.00 Harts Price: £7.50
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BUYER’S GUIDE Spiegelau LifeStyle Champagne Glasses Set of 4 Designed to get the best from light and dry bubblies, these 310ml-capacity glasses are just part of the contemporary Spiegelau LifeStyle collection. RRP: £40.00 Harts Price: £20.00
Anton Studio Designs Empire Wine Glasses Set of 2 RRP: £20.00 Harts Price: £18.00
GLASS ACT Riedel Vinum Pinot Noir (Burgundy Red) Wine Glass Twin Pack RRP: £49.00 Harts Price: £38.95
Full-bodied reds, refreshing whites or bubbles – pair your favourite tipple with the perfect glass
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Anton Studio Designs Swirl Champagne Flutes Set of 4 RRP: £39.00 Harts Price: £35.10
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BarCraft Connoisseur Deluxe Lever-Arm Corkscrew Gift Set with Stopper Your friends or family will love uncorking their favourite tipple in super-quick time with this beautifully presented gift idea. The set includes a deluxe leverarm, geared-action corkscrew with soft-touch handles and stand, pearlfinished stainless-steel stopper and twist-action foil cutter. RRP: £41.99 Harts Price: £34.95
BREEZY DOES IT
Sabatier Professional Corkscrew RRP: £22.00 Harts Price: £11.00
“These LSA Aurelia Grand Champagne flutes (shown left) are a perfect match for the cool and contemporary-style sparkling wines we produce,” says Becky Fear, of Breezy Ridge Vineyard, Restaurant & Wine Bar, pictured here with husband and co-founder, Joe. “We create and produce a range of beautiful sparkling wines made using both the traditional Champagne and ancestral winemaking methods, with a current collection of 3 releases. Our focus is on minimal intervention and organic principles and we believe our delicious, natural wines speak for themselves.” Breezy Ridge is located a short distance south of Shaftesbury and is also home to the Ridge restaurant and wine bar with lunch, afternoon tea and evening dining experiences all an option, www.breezyridgevineyard.com.
LSA Aurelia Grand Champagne Flute 165ml Clear Optic Set of 2 Enjoy Champagne or your choice of sparkling wine in style with these elegant flutes, mouth-blown by skilled workers as part of LSA’s signature collection. RRP: £55.00 Harts Price: £38.50 WWW.HARTSOFSTUR.COM
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BBQ SEASON
Add some spice to your BBQ this summer
Cole & Mason Suribachi Mortar & Pestle RRP: £35.00 Harts Price: £28.00
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Chef Aid BBQ Tongs RRP: £8.50 Harts Price: £6.00
Nordic Ware Stuffed Burger Maker & Patty Press Constructed from durable, BPA-free and melamine-free plastic, this 2-piece reversible mould comes with a 5-year guarantee. RRP: £13.00 Harts Price: £10.40
World of Flavours Spice Granite Mortar and Pestle 20 x 10cm RRP: £40.99 Harts Price: £34.96
Spice Kitchen World Spice Tin Harts Price: £24.95
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Coast & Country by Tower Fresco Pitcher and Tumbler Set RRP: £39.99 Harts Price: £19.99
PARTIES AND
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All you need for entertaining and eating alfresco
BarCraft Hammered Copper Drinks Pail Keep your drinks ice-cool with this excellent pail, made from galvanised steel, with a copper-coloured finish. Suitable for indoor or outdoor gatherings, just fill the easy-carry pail with ice. RRP: £39.99 Harts Price: £31.96
Dexam Set of 4 Flamingo Napkins Harts Price: £13.75 RRP: £18.50 Coast & Country by Tower Fresco Wine Glasses RRP: £29.99 Harts Price: £14.99
Colourworks Set of 4 28cm Melamine Dinner Plates RRP: £15.99 Harts Price: £14.95
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Colourworks Set of 4 225ml Melamine Tumblers Harts Price: £9.95
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Coast & Country by Tower Fresco 12 Piece Dinner Set RRP: £59.99 Harts Price: £29.99
Colourworks Classics Set of 4 15cm Melamine Bowls The days are long, the sun is shining – it’s picnic time again! Harts have you covered for your outdoor adventures, with everything from baskets, bowls, plates, cutlery and cups. RRP: £13.49 Harts Price: £6.95
KitchenCraft Pop-Up Food Cover, 31 x 15cm RRP: £7.29 Harts Price: £6.50
Joules Melamine Outdoor Dining Dinner Plates Set of 4 RRP: £32.00 Harts Price: £22.40
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A small chopping board comes in handy at picnics. Use it for cutting and dividing picnic food and bring kitchen roll to wipe it clean. Teresa Navigate Tribal Fusion Picnic Blanket Spot RRP: £24.99 Harts Price: £22.49
Coast & Country by Tower Heritage 6 Person Picnic Hamper Lightweight and easily portable, this timeless willow hamper has all your picnic needs catered for with 6 ceramic plates, 6 cutlery sets, 6 plastic wine glasses and a bottle opener. RRP: £119.99 Harts Price: £59.99 48
Joules Melamine Outdoor Dining Cereal Bowls Set of 4 RRP: £28.00 Harts Price: £19.60
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Mark the Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday with afternoon tea fit for royalty
Epicurean Bumble Bees Food Cover Harts Price: £8.75 RRP: £10.95 Artesa Arch Frame Serving Stand RRP: £44.49 Harts Price: £34.95
Eleanor Bowmer Cake Slice Dalmatian Harts Price: £14.95
Eleanor Bowmer Cupcake Case and Cake Topper Set A delightful choice for any special occasion, this vibrant set will put a smile on any cake lover’s face. The set comprises 12 shell cupcake cases, 12 Dalmatian cupcake cases, 12 shell cake picks, 12 rainbow cake picks and 6 Let’s Shellebrate cake toppers. Harts Price: £4.95
Alice in Wonderland 3-Tier Cake Stand Add a whimsical touch to your table with this charming Victoria & Albert fine-bone china cake stand. RRP: £47.49 Harts Price: £37.95
Sara Miller India Collection 3-Tiered Cake Stand Crane Garden Sky Blue RRP: £57.50 Harts Price: £46.00 WWW.HARTSOFSTUR.COM
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t may be one of the nicer parts of getting married – certainly easier than deciding on seating arrangements! But your gift list still needs careful consideration if you want to avoid returning from honeymoon to multiple toasters! Creating a gift registry with Harts of Stur has many advantages, both for the happy couple and their gift givers. You’re assured of a fantastic selection of top-quality brands and products – from KitchenAid and Global to Denby and Robert Welch. Your guests know they are buying exactly what you want while they get the most competitive prices. Everyone benefits from our first-class customer service and the gifts being stored in our warehouses until we get your go-ahead to send them out. It is easy to set up your gift registry online once you have an account with us. If you don’t already, this takes no more than a few minutes. Then you just need to add a few basic details, including your wedding date and if you would like your gift register to be visible publicly or kept private. Once set up, you can enjoy browsing the site and adding the gifts you’d like to start married life. With such great quality brands you will likely still be using many of them on your 10th anniversary! A unique link will be generated to share with friends and family, allowing them to see your list and view your chosen products. Log in yourself to check what purchases have been made and who made them. We’ll help you keep track to personalise those thankyou cards after the event. Finally, if any queries arise (or you need help deciding!) our experienced and friendly customer service advisers are just a phone call away.
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Robert Welch Norton Bright 84 Piece Set Harts Price: £485.00
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GIFTS GALORE Denby Natural Denim 12-Piece Tableware Set From Denby’s timeless Natural Denim range, this set features 4 dinner plates, 4 medium plates and 4 cereal bowls. Harts Price: £176.00
LSA Canopy Recycled Trio Vase Set Gift list items can be decorative as well as functional, such as this gorgeous 3-vase set inspired by the Eden Project’s biospheres. Created in partnership with the Cornwallbased educational charity and social enterprise, the vases are made from 100% recycled glass, sourced locally. This collection won a prestigious iF Design Award in 2019. RRP: £95.00 Harts Price: £76.00
KitchenAid Artisan Mixer 175 Fog Blue Tough and powerful, the mixer’s planetary action removes the need to rotate the bowl by spinning the beater clockwise and the shaft anti-clockwise. It comes with a host of accessories and 5-year warranty and would make a superb present. RRP: £549.00 Harts Price: £499.00
We have plenty of ideas to get your list started
Global Knife Block Set with 6 Knives – Exclusive to Harts of Stur Global have all your needs covered as a new couple – from a special wedding cake cutting knife for your big day (not pictured) to utility knives you will use week after week. This block comes with a cook’s knife, carving knife, vegetable knife, sandwich knife, utility knife and peeling knife. RRP: £999.95 Harts Price: £349.00
LSA Epoque Champagne Flute 170ml Clear Set of 2 Raise a toast to your new life together with these hand-blown flutes which are part of the LSA Epoque collection. RRP: £36.00 Harts Price: £28.80
Le Creuset Meringue Salt and Pepper Mills (sold separately) Part of Le Creuset’s new Meringue collection, these mills merge style with excellent quality, can be adjusted for fine or coarse grinding and are backed by a 10-year warranty. RRP: £36.00 (each) Harts Price: £28.80 (each) WWW.HARTSOFSTUR.COM
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KITCHEN ESSENTIALS OXO Good Grips Small Citrus Squeezer RRP: £10.00 Harts Price: £9.50
Chef’n Fresh Force Lemon Citrus Juicer RRP: £35.99 Harts Price: £28.95
Mason Cash In The Forest Juicer RRP: £12.00 Harts Price: £9.60
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Your perfect partners for juicing Judge Kitchen Citrus Juicer RRP: £8.80 Harts Price: £6.60
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Sage The Citrus Press Pro RRP: £229.95 Harts Price: £218.95
Popping a whole lemon in the microwave for 20 seconds before cutting will make it easier to squeeze and give you more juice. Steve
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COMPETITION
GREEN LIGHT
Go straight ahead to enter our Le Creuset Bamboo competition
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nspired by the tropical grass of the same name, Le Creuset’s latest colour offering is perfect for summer but guaranteed to keep its good looks season after season. Fresh, vibrant and restorative, the shade graces everything from cast iron cookware, stoneware and accessories. With casserole dishes, mugs, hydration bottles, jugs and much more, you can go all out for green or add a few products as a beautiful complement to your existing Le Creuset colour scheme. The high-quality stoneware is made from specialist clays to the highest quality while being oven, grill, microwave, freezer and dishwasher-safe. The cast iron casserole dishes are individually cast and hand crafted. They come with a lifetime guarantee, are suitable for all hobs and double up as attractive serving dishes.
Our lucky winner will receive a set of Le Creuset Bamboo kitchen and tableware worth £360 in total which includes: • 1 x 20cm Bamboo Cast Iron Casserole • Salt and Pepper Mill set • 1 x 26cm Bamboo Deep Dish • 2 x Bamboo Stackable Ramekins. HOW TO ENTER For your chance to win this fantastic set of Le Creuset Bamboo products, visit www.hartsofstur.com/competition. Closing date September 30, 2022. Over-18s and UK residents only. For full Ts&Cs, visit www.hartsofstur.com/ promotional-terms-conditions.
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Chipotle and Cheddar Cornbread This has smoky spice from the chipotle paste, tangy bite from mature cheddar cheese and a pop of sweetness from sweetcorn. It’s a meal in itself, although would be great served with tomato soup or a chilli. SERVES 6–8 200g polenta (cornmeal) 150g (chickpea) flour 2 tbsp soft light brown sugar 1 tsp baking powder (gluten-free) 1 tsp flaked sea salt Half tsp bicarbonate of (baking) soda 175g mature cheddar cheese, grated 285g sweetcorn, drained if tinned 4 spring onions (scallions), finely sliced 300ml soured cream 2 eggs, beaten 125ml olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 1.5 tbsp chipotle paste
1 Heat the oven to 200C/Gas 6 2 Line a 20cm square cake tin (or similar size if rectangular or round) with baking parchment. 3 Put the polenta, chickpea flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and bicarbonate of soda in a large mixing bowl and mix until
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Emile Henry Flour Oil Cruet RRP: £36.00 Harts Price: £32.40
combined. Reserve about 50g of the cheese and stir the rest into the bowl until coated in the floury mix. 4 In a separate bowl, mix the sweetcorn, spring onions, soured cream, eggs, olive oil and chipotle paste until combined. Pour this into the cheese mix and stir until everything is just mixed. 5 Spoon into the prepared tin, level the surface with the back of the spoon, and scatter over the remaining cheese. 6 Drizzle over a little oil and bake in the oven for 30–35 mins, until the top is golden, the centre firm and springy to touch and if a skewer is inserted in the middle, it comes out clean. 7 Once cooked, cool in the tin for about 20 mins before removing and serving warm or cold. MAKE IT VEGAN
It is simple to make this into a vegan cornbread. Swap the cheese for a plant-based alternative and substitute plant-based natural yoghurt for soured cream. Finally, as an alternative to the eggs, mix 2 tbsp ground flaxseed with 6 tbsp cold water. Sit for 2 mins and add to the mixture as above.
MasterClass Stainless Steel Six Piece Measuring Spoon Set RRP: £15.99 Harts Price: £13.96
Tala Performance 20cm Square Cake Tin RRP: £26.00 Harts Price: £14.00
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Parmesan Grissini These are gluten free, easy to make and last for days. MAKES 20 200g rice flour 100g ground almonds 10g cornflour (cornstarch) 7g fast-action dried yeast 1 tsp flaked sea salt 1 tsp xanthan gum 25g finely grated parmesan cheese 150ml milk 100g butter, softened 1-2 tbsp flavourings such as poppy seeds, sesame seeds, nigella (black onion) seeds, finely chopped rosemary or thyme (optional)
1 Heat the oven to 200C/ Gas 6. 2 Line a couple of baking trays with baking parchment. 3 Put all the ingredients, apart from the optional flavourings, into an electric mixer with a dough hook. Alternatively, if you don’t have a mixer, place in a bowl, and use your hands to form a ball of dough.
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Judge 5.0kg Chrome Kitchen Scale with Clear Bowl RRP: £27.00 Harts Price: £18.90
5 Take pieces of dough, the size of a walnut, and roll into lengths around 1cm thick and 20-25cm long. 6 Now you can add any of the flavourings, if you are using them, by scattering seeds or herbs over the work surface and rolling the grissini on top so they stick. 7 Lay the grissini on the prepared baking trays, leaving a small gap between each one, and bake for 12-15 mins or until golden brown. 8 Leave to cool for a few minutes before enjoying warm or eat over the next few days when they will be firmer and crunchier. 56
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You can make these breadsticks using a standard white flour. To do this, you’ll need to swap the rice flour, ground almonds, cornflour and xanthan gum for 300g strong white bread flour and increase the milk to 175ml. Make and bake as per method (left).
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MAKE IT VEGAN
For a vegan alternative, substitute the milk, butter and parmesan for the same quantities of plant-based alternatives.
Stoven NonStick 2lb Loaf Pan Harts Price: £9.00
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Walnut and Raisin Bread This rustic loaf is brimming with flavour from the rye flour, sweet raisins, treacle and plenty of walnuts. It’s particularly good served with strong cheeses, or even toasted for breakfast, topped with ricotta and fresh figs and drizzled with honey. MAKES 1 LARGE LOAF 200g strong white bread flour, plus extra for dusting 200g strong wholemeal (wholewheat) bread flour 100g rye flour 2 tsp flaked sea salt 10g fast-action dried yeast 2 tbsp olive oil or walnut oil, plus extra for greasing 1 tbsp black treacle (molasses) 200g walnut pieces, roughly chopped 150g cup raisins
1 Mix the flours to combine. Put the salt in the bottom of the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook. Tip the flours on top of the salt, then add the yeast, oil and treacle. Turn the mixer on to a slow speed and slowly add 325ml lukewarm water. Increase the speed to medium to knead the dough for 5 mins. If doing this by hand, knead on a lightly floured worktop for 8-10 mins. If you feel the dough is too dry, add a little more water. You are after a soft texture but not too sticky.
2 Add the walnuts and raisins to the dough and mix in. Cover the bowl with a piece of lightly oiled cling film and leave to rise in a warm place for around 1 hour, or until it has at least doubled in size. 3 Line a baking tray with baking parchment. Transfer the risen dough onto a lightly floured surface and fold inwards on itself to knock out the air and make sure the dough is smooth. Shape into a loaf shape – round or oval, it’s up to you. Sit it on the baking tray. If you’ve a large clean plastic bag big enough, slide the tray inside, alternatively, use a large piece of oiled cling film to loosely cover the tray. Leave to rise for another hour or so until doubled in size. 4 Heat the oven to 200C/Gas 6. 5 When the dough has risen, use a sharp knife to slash a pattern on the top and dust lightly with flour. Bake for
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To make this into a nut-free fruit bread, omit the walnuts and use a 250g combination of mixed dried fruits, such as raisins, sultanas (golden raisins), cherries, cranberries, chopped apricots or chopped dates.
Recipes courtesy of The Flexible Baker by Jo Pratt, £20, White Lion Publishing. Photography Malou Burger.
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Mermaid by Samuel Groves Hard Anodised Companion Duo Set Harts Price: £40.00
Artisan Street 25cm Large Mixing Bowl RRP: £22.95 Harts Price: £19.95
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THE BEST THING F OR SINCE SLICED BREAD Tower Empire Roll Top Bread Bin Black Sleek and robust, the Tower Empire roll-top bin is ventilated to keep your bread, baked goods and pastries fresher for longer. RRP: £65.99 Harts Price: £32.99
KitchenCraft Serenity Bread Bin (shown left) This lightweight bin has a cleverly designed airtight seal and comes with a 12-month manufacturer’s guarantee. RRP: £35.99 Harts Price: £28.96
Typhoon Living Blue Bread Bin RRP: £30.00 Harts Price: £21.00
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A DECADE OF DESIGN
KitchenCraft Clear Acrylic Expandable Breadkeeper RRP: £23.99 Harts Price: £19.96
Read the story behind Wrendale on page 33
Tower Cavaletto Bread Bin Black This large bread bin has a removable lid for easy cleaning. RRP: £69.99 Harts Price: £34.99
Wrendale Designs Bread Bin Add to your own Wrendale collection or give this wonderfully illustrated bin as a welcome gift. RRP: £40.00 Harts Price: £36.00
Mason Cash Heritage Bread Bin RRP: £32.00 Harts Price: £25.60
Extended ranging available in these designs
Typhoon Otto Black Bread Bin RRP: £37.00 Harts Price: £24.95
Lovello Textured Hunter Green Bread Bin Harts Price: £45.99 RRP: £64.99 WWW.HARTSOFSTUR.COM
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Rubber Wood Bread Bin Double Decker Harts Price: £49.96
Tower Belle Bread Bin Midnight Blue Part of the Belle Breakfast collection, this 11.5L capacity bin would be a great addition to any kitchen. RRP: £69.99 Harts Price: £34.99
Rubber Wood Carved Bread Bin Harts Price: £44.95
And if it isn’t sliced...
Use your loaf and invest in a top-quality bread knife and board.
RAVE REVIEWS The Global bread knife I purchased from Harts of Stur was the best price on the web. Really great value. Lynn L
T&G Cottage Garden Large Handled Beech Chopping Board RRP: £21.99 Harts Price: £17.50
Global G-9 Bread Knife RRP: £175.00 Harts Price: £119.95
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KitchenAid’s eagerly anticipated colour of 2022 is the vibrant Beetroot
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uaranteed to liven up your kitchen, this rich, earthy shade has a luxurious satin finish and a fitting food name as well (turn the page for a suitably themed recipe from KitchenAid, made using their Artisan Stand Mixer and Artisan K400 Blender). Each year there’s excitement over the new colour announcement from KitchenAid but if it happens not to be up your street, there are always plenty of other shades to choose from. There’s more to the brand than just good looks too. Since the introduction of its legendary stand mixer back in 1919, KitchenAid has built a prestigious reputation with appliances that deliver a polished, professional performance.
KitchenAid Artisan Beetroot K400 Blender Brightly coloured and superbly built, the K400 is designed for everyday use. The central control dial offers a pulse option, 5 speed settings, 3 pre-set programmes and a selfclean cycle. Comes with a 5-year guarantee. Harts Price: £299.00 WWW.HARTSOFSTUR.COM
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Double Chocolate Beetroot Cake The ingredients in this recipe work beautifully together to create a rich and indulgent sponge, with a luxurious butter and cream cheese filling.
2 tsp vanilla extract
FOR THE FROSTING
60ml olive oil
226g unsalted butter, room temperature
600g golden caster sugar
452g cream cheese, room temperature
408g plain flour
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp baking soda
Half tsp salt
1 tsp salt
1-2 tsp beetroot powder (the more added, the pinker the frosting)
113g dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa solids)
875g icing sugar
FOR DECORATION Fresh cherries (as many, or as few, as you wish)
SERVES 10-12 (or a hungry 6!) FOR THE CAKE 288g beetroots, peeled, cubed 4g instant espresso coffee 18g beetroot powder 21g cocoa powder
1 Make the beet purée. Place prepared beets in a pan, adding enough water to cover them by 2.5cm. Bring to the boil then reduce to medium high heat and cook for 20 mins.
236ml water 120g sour cream or whole-fat yoghurt 4 large, free-range eggs
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2 Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked beets from the water and place into the jar of the Artisan K400 Blender. Add 60ml of the beet liquid from the pot into the blender jar (reserving the remaining liquid in the pot). Blend on Speed 2 until beets are a smooth purée. Remove purée from the blender and set aside. 3 Preheat the oven to 176C/Gas 4. Lightly grease 3 cake tins and dust with cocoa powder. 4 Bring the water and 250ml of the beet liquid to a boil. (Discard the remaining liquid.) Remove from heat. In a separate bowl whisk together the cocoa, espresso, and beet powders then pour on the boiling water, whisking to fully dissolve. Then, add 250ml of the beet purée and the sour cream/yoghurt and whisk again until combined. Set aside. 5 Put the eggs, vanilla extract and olive oil into the measuring jug. Do not mix. Set aside. 6 Attach the flex edge paddle attachment to the KitchenAid Stand Mixer and add the sugar, flour, baking soda, and salt to the mixing bowl. Turn to Speed 2 and allow it to mix for 30 secs. 7 Use the Stir setting to reduce speed and slowly pour the wet beet mixture into the dry mixture. Slowly add the egg/olive oil mixture, one egg at a time. Once all wet ingredients are added, increase to Speed 2 for 10 secs. Remove bowl from the mixer and set aside. 8 Melt the chocolate using a double-boiler method or microwave in 10-sec intervals. Hand whisk the melted chocolate into the batter.
KitchenAid Artisan Mixer 195 Beetroot A striking standout to any kitchen, the Artisan mixer is finished in KitchenAid’s rich magenta colour of the year for 2022. It comes with a wide array of attachments, including a 4.8L stainless-steel bowl, 3L stainless-steel bowl, pouring shield, wire whisk, silver-coated dough hook, silver-coated flex-edge beater, silver-coated pastry beater and a scraper. For peace of mind, the mixer is backed by a 5-year maker’s guarantee. Harts Price: £599.00
9 Pour a third of the batter into each of the prepared cake pans and bake in the preheated oven for 30 mins or until a toothpick comes out clean. Remove cakes from the oven and allow to sit on a cooling rack for 10 mins before removing to completely cool. 10 To make the frosting, fit the flex-edge beater back onto the Stand Mixer and add butter, cream cheese, vanilla extract and salt to the mixing bowl. Cream the ingredients together on Speed 6 until completely combined and nicely whipped, about 3-4 mins. Reduce to Stir setting, add in the beet powder and a third of the powdered sugar then increase to Speed 4 to incorporate; repeat again to mix in all the powdered sugar, then allow to whip on Speed 4 for 60 secs. 11 When the cakes have completely cooled, place a layer of cake on a plate or cake stand and use the spatula to gently spread an even layer of frosting over the top, then another cake, frosting, and last layer of cake. Top the cake with a final layer of frosting, a light dusting of beet powder and cherries. Chill to set the frosting before serving.
KitchenAid Artisan Flex Edge Beater RRP: £39.00 Harts Price: £34.95
RAVE REVIEWS Ordering was easy, the item arrived in perfect order and well wrapped. The whole process was prompt and I am delighted with my KitchenAid blender, not to mention the competitive price – I won’t hesitate to purchase anything again. Lynne S To see more of what our customers say about us, visit www.hartsofstur. com/reviews.
KitchenAid Stainless Steel Pastry Beater & Scraper Get your dough to the ideal flakiness with this handy beater and scraper. It helps distribute ingredients evenly as you work and minimises the risk of overmixing. It is dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning and supplied with a 2-year guarantee. Harts Price: £49.00
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KitchenAid K150 1.4L Blender Charcoal Grey This powerful blender will crush ice in less than 10 seconds, so is a fabulous choice for lovers of smoothies. Comes with a BPA-free plastic jar and a 2-year KitchenAid warranty. RRP: £229.00 Harts Price: £219.95
KitchenAid Artisan Semi-Auto Espresso Machine Almond Cream Start your day with a fabulous cup of steaming coffee from this excellent semi-automatic German-engineered machine. Included in the package are a stainless-steel portafilter, single-wall baskets, double-wall baskets, stainless-steel tamper, steam wand, coffee scoop, milk pitcher, removable drip tray and water tank. Supplied with a 5-year guarantee. Harts Price: £449.00
KitchenAid Artisan Mixer 175 Honey Beetroot is far from being KitchenAid’s first food related colour theme as this Honey Artisan Mixer demonstrates. (Shown here with the optional KitchenAid Pasta Roller attachment, sold separately). RRP: £549.00 Harts Price: £499.00
KitchenAid Artisan Candy Apple 2 Slot Toaster and Kettle Set RRP: £408.00 Harts Price: £364.95
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SEE+ SHOP KitchenAid Bread Bowl with Baking Lid Built to last, this superbly made bowl, with lid, will give you the confidence to make and bake delicious bread. The bowl is compatible with KitchenAid 4.3L or 4.8L stand mixers, and an internal proofing guide helps you to gauge the rise of your bread. RRP: £149.00 Harts Price: £124.18
To see our full and fabulous range of KitchenAid products and all colour options, pay a visit to our store or online at www.hartsofstur.com
KitchenAid Artisan Burr Grinder Cream With an impressive 70 precise settings, this topnotch grinder is designed to achieve an accurate grind size for your favourite coffee. Has a 2-year guarantee. Harts Price: £199.00
KitchenAid Matte Black Cordless Food Chopper Harts Price: £129.00
KitchenAid 3.1L Empire Red Food Processor Harts Price: £299.00
KitchenAid Ceramic 4.8L Mixer Bowl Tapestry Whatever shade of KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer you opt for, you can still ring the changes with different coloured and patterned bowls. RRP: £89.00 Harts Price: £80.10 WWW.HARTSOFSTUR.COM
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PERFECTLY PETER This mischievous little bunny has a long history
H Peter Rabbit Daisy Range Cooks’ Set RRP: £11.95 Harts Price: £9.50
e’s one of the most famous rabbits around, with significantly more history than Jessica. In fact, 2022 marks 120 years since Beatrix Potter’s classic story Peter Rabbit Classic Milk Jug The Tale of Peter Rabbit was first published and RRP: £13.95 Harts Price: £10.95 this lovable character is just as popular today. The charming watercolour illustrations of Peter in his little blue coat have delighted generations of children and this beautiful collection of china, textiles and accessories brings his story alive for a whole new generation (or keeps it going for longstanding fans). Surrounded by the flora and fauna that nature lover Beatrix Potter loved depicting, these charming Peter Rabbit pieces will enhance your home and Classic Small Melamine Tray make the perfect gift. RRP: £17.95 Harts Price: £13.95
Peter Rabbit Daisy Range Double Oven Glove 82 x 18cm RRP: £18.45 Harts Price: £14.75
Peter Rabbit Contemporary Mug Set of 2 in Blue & Yellow RRP: £19.98 Harts Price: £15.95
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CUSTOMER INFORMATION
ABOUT HARTS Whether you buy online or from our shop, we pride ourselves on excellent levels of service THE HISTORY OF HARTS A family business for over 100 years. 1919 – Harts of Stur is founded by blacksmith Walter Hart. 1941 – Walter’s son, Bill, joins the family business, followed in 1945 by his other son, Eddie. 1950s – With farrier work in decline, Harts starts retailing agricultural ironmongery. 1970 – Harts of Stur becomes a major manufacturer of farming equipment.
BUYING ONLINE AT HARTSOFSTUR.COM Orders can also be placed via our FREEPHONE order line 0800 371355, Mon to Fri 8am to 5.30pm and Saturday 8am to 4.30pm. • Safe and Secure: our entire website is fully secure, ensuring your personal information is always kept safe. You can tell this from the padlock showing in the URL bar of your browser. • Payment Options: we accept all major credit cards (including American Express through PayPal). You can also checkout with PayPal or Apple Pay. • Fast, Free Delivery: orders placed before midday are usually picked, packed and despatched on the same day with free, next-workingday delivery to UK mainland addresses on all orders over £50. Alternative delivery options available. • Eco-Friendly Packaging: to reduce our environmental impact we reuse cardboard boxes, where able to do so, and our Eco Flo packing filler is made from biodegradable, GM-free starch which can be composted, added to household food waste, or dissolved in water. We also use Hexcel paper bubble wrap - the industry-leading sustainable alternative to bubble wrap.
1979 – Eddie’s son, Philip, joins the business and the transformation from agricultural suppliers to country department store begins. 1994 – Harts takes its first steps into mail order. 1995 – The company’s first transactional website is launched. 2003 – Continued growth leads to bigger retail premises. 2006 – Philip is joined by sons Johnathan and Graham. 2010 – A 60,000 square foot, purpose-built despatch centre is constructed, followed by a new suite of offices. 2017 – First edition of Kitchen magazine is published. 2018 – Latest incarnation of the company website is launched. 2019 – Harts of Stur celebrates its 100th anniversary. After 40 years in the business, Philip relinquishes his custodianship of the business. Graham takes on the role of MD with Johnathan becoming finance director. 2021 – An ambitious redevelopment of the store and garden department is completed, and Harts Coffee Loft opens.
• On-Site Warehouse: except for a few items shipped directly from the manufacturer, all products are despatched from our on-site warehouse, meaning we can maintain our quality control levels to the highest standards. • Award-Winning Customer Service: we are extremely proud of our award-winning customer service, with staff who go above and beyond for our customers. • Easy Returns: we have an easy, no-quibble returns policy. Give us a call or send an email and our friendly team will assist. • Competitive Prices & Price Match: we endeavour to ensure our prices are competitive and fair. In the unlikely event that you find a price cheaper elsewhere, if we can match it, we will.
Award-Winning Family Business Here are some of our latest achievements:
• Knives are not for sale to persons under the age of 18: all knives and bladed products require online age verification and age verification delivery.
VISIT OUR SHOP Our store is located in the North Dorset market town of Sturminster Newton, Station Road, Sturminster Newton, Dorset DT10 1BD Tel: 01258 472420 Email: sales@hartsofstur.com
OPENING TIMES: Monday to Friday 8am to 5.30pm. Saturday 8am to 4.30pm. Closed Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Excellence in Housewares Awards 2021 Winner Online Retailing - Employee of the Year eCommerce Awards 2021 Winner Best B2B / B2C Marketing or Advertising Campaign Good Retail Awards 2021 Winner - Sustainability Initiative Award
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Magimix Gelato Expert Ice Cream Maker – Satin Whip up homemade ice cream, sorbets, granitas and yoghurts in as little as 20 minutes with the Gelato Expert from Italy. Easy to use, with 3 automatic programmes and the ability to make and store 2 batches in a row (more than 7 pints of ice cream in total) everyone is guaranteed to get their just desserts this summer! Harts Price: £499.99
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