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FISH FOR COMPLIMENTS

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Seafood recipes from Mitch Tonks’ new book

KITCHEN ESSENTIALS Your guide to the best toasters and kettles

GREAT GEAR AND GADGETS

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COME OUTSIDE

All you need for alfresco dining EXPERT ADVICE

HOME INSPIRATION

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very warm welcome to Issue 16 of Kitchen. Hopefully, as you’re reading this, the time has at long last arrived when we are once again able to embrace family and friends we have not seen for a long time or celebrate eagerly-awaited weddings that seemed as though they’d never take place (in which case, our online wedding list service is worth knowing about!)

As you may have seen in the news, companies around the world are facing unprecedented times. With stock and raw material shortages and an exponential growth in shipping costs, our purchasing team have been working hard to not only keep your favourite products in stock at competitive prices, but also to source some fantastic new ones. One of these is the Sage Pizzaiolo, which delivers wood fired style pizza in just 2 minutes, replicating the three types of heat generated by a traditional brick oven. As an added bonus, it is suitable for use indoors - always a major plus point when it comes to the British weather! Other highlights include Wax Lyrical Candles and Reed Diffusers (which make fabulous gifts) and our exclusive Stoven Professional Induction 5-piece Cookware Set. Another of my personal favourites this season are Cashmere Touch Fleece Throws from Walton & Co - ideal for keeping warm on chilly evenings outdoors.

In Happening At Harts, we proudly unveil some of our new garden department’s outdoor area. Michael and his team have developed an outstanding area with flowers, pots, ornaments - everything you need for a beautiful garden in fact. We also introduce Harts Coffee Loft, due to open at the end of July. Situated on the first floor in a spacious and welcoming 60 seat environment, you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon teas, sweet treats and coffees. Our Coffee Shop Manager Ben is enthusiastic about sourcing ingredients locally and can adapt many dishes to be gluten free or vegan.

In this issue you’ll find some glorious summer recipes - from Greek Cheese Pie through to Chicken Shawarma Flatbreads (I’ll be making these, they look scrummy). We also bring you an exclusive interview with Rockfish owner and champion of the UK fishing industry, Mitch Tonks, along with 3 delicious recipes from his brand-new book, The Rockfish Cookbook. To wash this all down, Dorset-based Fordington Gin have created an exclusive Harts Cardamon and Gin cocktail. Alternatively, why not kick back and indulge in a simple glass of sangria?

Elsewhere in this edition, be inspired by some of our 300+ designs of tablemats and coasters, discover the history behind Emile Henry’s beautiful collection of high-performance ceramics or pick your perfect kettle and toaster after reading our Buyer’s Guide. There’s a focus on ice cream makers to cool you down when the sun comes out whilst our Perfect Prep feature covers all your essential food prep utensils - from graters and garlic crushers to chopping boards and peelers. Add style and flavour to your table with Cole & Mason (brilliant for making BBQ rubs and marinades) in The Spice of Life and finish off with Cast Iron Guarantee - an easy-to-follow guide to care for cast iron.

Finally, don’t miss our competition on page 51 to win a LSA Gin Grand Serving Set worth £325.

Welcome back Harts of Stur customers and friends.

Graham Hart

Managing Director

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CONTENTS

In this issue P5

Star of the Season – Our fantastic Stoven set

P8 Hot on Harts Shelves – 4 pages

of new products P12 Home is where the Hart is –

Cushions and throws P16 Alfresco Dining – Recipes to enjoy outside

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P20 Fish for Compliments – Celebrity

chef Mitch Tonks P28 Cheers to Summer – Create a cocktail

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P33 Kitchen Icon – The history behind

Emile Henry

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P39 Buyer’s Guide – Kettles and toasters P48 Chill Out – Keep cool with an ice

cream maker P51 WIN an LSA serving trolley

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P52 Perfect Prep – All your essentials P57 Range of the Issue – Cole & Mason P66 Harts Love – Pretty planters Cover image taken from Mitch Tonks’ new book, The Rockfish Cookbook, £18, photography by Chris Terry. Available from Rockfish restaurants and therockfish.co.uk.

See page 23 for recipe.

PRICES AND AVAILABILITY

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

PRODUCT INSPIRATION: Clare Smith, Jon Dart, Sophie Harrison and the Harts of Stur team

EDITOR: Sara Niven saraniven@saraniven.com

DISTRIBUTION: Kimmy Middleton-Pfeiffer Places To Go and Glide Media

DESIGN: James English je@jamesenglishdesign.co.uk

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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Meet The Team

The Harts team are a friendly and knowledgeable lot, always happy to offer advice or answer any customer queries. Here are their answers to some seasonally related questions in addition.

Holly Fripp - Customer Services

Val Cox - Sales Assistant

Most refreshing summer drink?

Most refreshing summer drink?

Johnathan Hart - Commercial Director Most refreshing summer drink?

A cold glass of Fanta lemon, served with ice and a slice. It always reminds me of being on holiday.

I enjoy a long, cool cider on a warm day, especially a fruity flavoured one.

Favourite fish dish?

Favourite fish dish?

A refreshing ginger beer with a fiery kick by day and a cold beer enjoyed in the garden in the evening.

It has to be salt and pepper calamari with a wedge of lemon and bowl of homemade garlic aioli.

Fried sprats are a recent rediscovered love of mine. I used to enjoy them for supper when I was a child.

I love a fresh Dover sole, cooked at home and served with lashings of butter.

Favourite fish dish?

Ice cream enthusiast or lolly lover?

Ice cream enthusiast or lolly lover?

Ice cream enthusiast or lolly lover?

Chocolate ice cream is my absolute favourite.

However, on occasion a refreshing sorbet is the perfect ending to a meal.

A smooth, creamy, Cornish ice cream enjoyed on a harbour wall somewhere.

I prefer ice cream and my favourite is a local Purbeck one.

Kayleigh Delahay - Customer Services

Jon Dart - Marketing

Ben Moxham - Coffee Shop Manager

Most refreshing summer drink?

Most refreshing summer drink?

Most refreshing summer drink?

My go-to drink on hot days is a refreshing Pimm’s, filled up with lots of fruit but minus the mint.

A crisp pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc on a summer’s evening is right up there. Pimm’s is also a great summer drink.

A Gritchie IPA which is very fruity and hoppy.

Sadly though, 1 is never enough!

Favourite fish dish?

Favourite fish dish?

Drunken Prawns from Something Else Fishy in Milborne Port. This is prawns in Jack Daniels and sweet chilli sauce - the perfect combination.

Anything with prawns in, especially if paired with garlic and chilli. I also enjoy calamari, served with a squeeze of lemon.

A seafood paella with lots of king prawns, monkfish, fresh local mussels and chorizo.

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Ice cream enthusiast or lolly lover?

Ice cream enthusiast or lolly lover?

Definitely ice cream, mint choc chip or a classic Mr Whippy.

Not a massive fan of either, but if pushed I do enjoy a classic Mr Whippy with a flake.

I remember the time when Viennetta was considered a posh pud!

Favourite fish dish?

Ice cream enthusiast or lolly lover?

Ice cream for me, my favourite is Ben and Jerry’s Cookie Dough. Saying that, I really don’t dislike any flavour.

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HARTS

Inspiring new products for your home this summer

SEE+ SHOP

Visit us in store or online at www.hartsofstur.com to see all our Veritable Garden options and accessories

RAVE REVIEWS This is a great company to deal with for orders and payments. Prompt dispatch of orders in environmentally sensitive packaging is a big bonus!

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Stoven Professional Induction Stainless Steel 5 Piece Cookware Set The full set includes a 14cm non-stick milk pan, 16cm saucepan with lid, 18cm saucepan with lid, 20cm saucepan with lid and a 24cm non-stick frying pan.

RRP: £349.00 Harts Price: £174.95

To see more of what our customers say about us, visit www. hartsofstur.com/reviews.

STAR OF THE SEASON

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This 5-piece Stoven set comes first for quality and value

he Stoven Professional Induction Stainless Steel 5 Piece Cookware Set is exclusive to Harts of Stur and offers professional quality cookware at a very tempting price.

A core of aluminium (a superb conductor of heat) in their base makes them energy efficient, so the pans cook evenly, without hot spots.

Each saucepan also includes a stainless-steel lid, with a riveted stay-cool handle, plus two steam vents

to prevent pressure build up. Stoven Professional Induction saucepans are suitable for all hobs, including induction, and are oven safe up to 230C. The milk pan and frying pan both have PFOA-free non-stick interiors and are suitable for all hob types, including induction, while being oven safe up to 180C. With a beautiful satin and mirror-polished finish, all Stoven cookware is covered by a lifetime guarantee (a 5-year guarantee on non-stick coating).

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SEASONAL SELECTION

KitchenCraft 4L Pineapple Lunch and Snack Cool Bag RRP: £14.99 Harts Price: £12.95

ALL FOR ALFRESCO Tuck in and stay hydrated with our pick of summery food and drink products

Sabatier Professional Pizza Wheel Harts Price: £8.00 RRP: £16.00

Joules Melamine Outdoor Dining Dinner Plates Set of 4 Harts Price: £32.00

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Viners Organic On The Go 3 Piece Cutlery Set & Case RRP: £10.00 Harts Price: £8.00

Maxwell & Williams Pete Cromer 500ml Double Walled Water Bottle (Kangaroo) RRP: £14.49 Harts Price: £12.95

Polar Gear Mini Ice Boards Turquoise Set of 3 RRP: £2.25 Harts Price: £1.75

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Tramontina Churrasco 12 Piece BBQ Steak Knife & Fork Set RRP: £35.99 Harts Price: £14.95 Oxo Good Grips 3 Piece Grilling Set RRP: £35.00 Harts Price: £33.25

SEE+ SHOP

World of Flavours Italian Pizza Peel RRP: £24.29 Harts Price: £19.95

We have everything you need for perfect picnics and brilliant BBQs – visit www.hartsofstur.com

Sage The Smart Oven Pizzaiolo Make Neapolitan-style pizzas at home with the superb spacesaving Pizzaiolo. The first domestic countertop oven to hit an impressive 400C, the Pizzaiolo can deliver crispy delights in just 2 minutes.

Harts Price: £699.00

BarCraft Tropical Shapes Green Silicone Ice Cube Tray RRP: £5.49 Harts Price: £4.95

Built Apex 540ml Perfect Seal Water Bottle Belle Vie RRP: £20.99 Harts Price: £16.75

Tramontina 3 Piece BBQ Tool Set Harts Price: £19.96 RRP: £47.97 WWW.HARTSOFSTUR.COM

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SUMMER SELECTION Take your pick of our new products from these top ranges Joules Bee and Striped Double Oven Glove Eye-catching and bold, products in Joules’ acclaimed bee-themed range will have you buzzing about the kitchen.

Harts Price: £20.00

Joules Stripe Mug Harts Price: £12.00

Stoven Non-Stick 2lb Loaf Pan Harts Price: £11.99

Joules Dog Plates Set of 4 Harts Price: £32.00

Jamie Oliver Atlantic Green 24 Holes Non-Stick Mini Muffin Tray RRP: £21.99 Harts Price: £17.59 8

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Magimix 5200XL Premium White Food Processor Perfect for large families, the Magimix 5200XL features a 1100W motor and can slice, grate, chop, whisk, blend, knead, juice, press and cut.

Harts Price: £449.00

Cuisinart Mini Prep Pro RRP: £50.00 Harts Price: £48.00

Sage The Kitchen Wizz Pro 3.7L Food Processor Harts Price: £399.95

Taylor Pro Digital Fridge and Freezer Thermometer RRP: £9.99 Harts Price: £7.96

Morris & Co Fruit Serving Tray Featuring the elegant designs of William Morris, this tray is among the many products in the Morris & Co range which celebrates its 160th anniversary in 2021.

RRP: £36.00 Harts Price: £32.40

Morris & Co Strawberry Thief Teacup & Saucer RRP: £25.00 Harts Price: £22.50

Taylor Pro Ultra Precision Digital Portion Scale 500g (16oz) Like to get your ingredient measurements spot-on? These ultra-precision scales are great for weighing small amounts of herbs and spices.

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NATURAL ELEMENTS Natural Elements Acacia Wood Egg Rack RRP: £18.79 Harts Price: £16.96

Natural Elements Acacia Wood Hachoir Set With a 12-month guarantee, this solid chopping board is built to last. The base has a concave area to allow the dual knives to cut smoothly.

RRP: £27.49 Harts Price: £24.95

Natural Elements Hessian Set of 4 15cm Coasters RRP: £4.49 Harts Price: £3.95

Natural Elements Eco-Friendly Bamboo Fibre Cutlery Tray RRP: £10.99 Harts Price: £9.95

Ulster Weavers Ulster Weavers Geo Leaves Gauntlet RRP: £10.25 Harts Price: £9.23

Refresh your kitchen with Ulster Weavers’ Geo Leaves collection. Inspired by traditional Nigerian wax print, the dazzling design can be found on the company’s signature tea towels and aprons, oven gloves and shopping bags.

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Ulster Weavers Oriental Birds Tea Cosy RRP: £12.50 Harts Price: £11.26

Ulster Weavers Mediterranean Plates Cotton Apron RRP: £16.50 Harts Price: £14.86

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Robert Welch Cutlery Robert Welch Kingham Bright Serving Set 3 Piece Harts Price: £25.50

Robert Welch Warwick Bright 4 Piece Steak Knife Set RRP: £24.00 Harts Price: £22.00

Robert Welch Warwick Bright 24 Piece Set RRP: £95.00 Harts Price: £90.00

SEE+ SHOP Robert Welch Malvern Bright Childs 3 Piece Set Harts Price: £14.50

Wax Lyrical

With 60 years of enduring British design behind them, Robert Welch has created a range of cutlery that’s suited to every occasion. Made from the highest quality 18/20 stainless steel, it comes supplied with a 25-year guarantee.

Wax Lyrical Homescenter Candles With a burn time of up to 42 hours, these super-fragrant candles come with a wooden lid to keep the wax clean when not in use.

Harts Price: £15.00 each

Wax Lyrical Homescenter Lavender & Chamomile Set of 3 Stacking Candle Tins Harts Price: £20.00

Wax Lyrical Homescenter Reed Diffusers 180ml Enjoy a premium scent throughout your home – each diffuser comes in a frosted-glass container and includes a set of white fibre reeds.

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TAKE A SEAT

Enhance your home and add comfort with stylish cushions and throws

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ring a touch of nature indoors with wonderful designs by award-winning, soft furniture producer Wrendale Designs. Featuring the work of artist Hannah Dale, the Lincolnshire firm prides itself on high-quality products to enhance your living space.

Wrendale Stag Cushion RRP: £35.00 Harts Price: £31.50

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orkshire firm Walton & Co is behind this range of beautifully made table linen, cushions and throws, with quality fabrics and delicate designs.

SEE+ SHOP

Walton & Co Moss Chambray Seat Pad with Ties RRP: £16.99 Harts Price: £13.96

Browse our full range of soft furnishings instore and online at www.hartsofstur.com.

Walton & Co Saffron Chambray Tassel Poly Fill Cushion RRP: £16.99 Harts Price: £14.95 Walton & Co Cashmere Earth Red Touch Cushion Harts Price: £11.99

Walton & Co Cashmere Saffron Touch Fleece Throw Harts Price: £25.00

Walton & Co French Limestone Chambray Wide Flange Cushion RRP: £14.99 Harts Price: £12.95

Walton & Co Cashmere Grey Touch Fleece Throw Harts Price: £25.00

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HAPPENING AT HARTS In this bumper version of our regular news page, we update you with developments since the last (and hopefully final) lockdown HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW?

Our new outdoor garden area.

After a visit to our new garden department, the answer is probably extremely well! The transformation from tired and cramped garden shop to modern and spacious integrated garden section is finally complete. Here you’ll find all your gardening needs catered for, from seeds, bulbs, garden paint and wood stain to compost with seasonal displays of bedding and plants for added inspiration. The final stage of our new department was the opening of a large, partially covered outdoor area, now packed full of colourful pots and plants. We stock popular brands such as Hozelock, Bulldog, Kent & Stowe and Burgon & Ball and, in addition, offer a great selection of gardening gifts.

There’s also a large pet section stocking pet food, treats, bedding, toys, healthcare, bowls and feeding accessories, grooming, wild bird food and much more.

Our Garden Department Manager Michael and his team have a wealth of knowledge between them and look forward to helping with any gardening or planting questions, or just chatting to you in general! The department is easily accessible with parking available right in front of the entrance.

Add colour with our extensive range of plants.

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Steve, Elaine and Michael are on hand to advise.

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There’s plenty of space to browse and a wide selection of products.

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COMPETITION TIME An aerial view of the new garden department and outdoor area.

Our competitions are always incredibly popular and we have yet another great one in this issue.

Turn to page 51 to find out how you could become the host with the most by winning a fantastic LSA Gin Grand Serving Set and Tray.

LOFTY AMBITIONS Hopefully, by the time you read this, our latest venture – Harts Coffee Loft – will be up and running. Situated on the spacious first floor above the new garden department, Harts Coffee Loft seats 60 people and is the perfect place to take a break from shopping, meet up with family and friends over a freshly brewed coffee and cake, a delicious lunch or afternoon tea. Manager Ben and his team look forward to welcoming you between 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and 8.30am to 4pm on Saturdays, with meal options below: Breakfast Breakfast will be served from 8.30am until midday, Monday to Saturday. Choose from a selection of light options, such as scrambled eggs and smoked salmon on toast, or indulge in a traditional full English.

Lunch Lunch is served between midday and 3pm, Monday to Saturday. There’s plenty of choice with soup, jacket potatoes, paninis and sandwiches, not to mention decadent desserts!

Afternoon Tea Afternoon tea is available between 3pm-5pm on weekdays and 3pm-4pm on Saturdays.

Treat yourself to a traditional high tea served on a 3-tier stand or choose from a selection of freshly made sandwiches, cakes and pastries with a hot beverage or refreshing cold drink.

Many of the dishes on our menu can be adapted to be gluten-free or vegan and ingredients are sourced locally wherever possible. A children’s menu is also available.

Ben our Coffee Loft Manager is ready to welcome visitors.

Keep in the Loop Sign up to our mailing list at www.hartsofstur.com to find out about special offers and new products. We also share updates, offers and competitions on Facebook, Twitter @HartsOfStur and Instagram @hartsofstur.

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Make the most of good weather and the company of friends and family with some great recipes

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HARTS KITCHEN

ALFRESCO DINING

Greek-Style Cheese Pie with Roast Sweet Pepper & Cherry Tomato Salsa Tuck into this Greek inspired pie and vibrant salsa accompaniment – a wonderful summertime lunch or supper dish.

SERVES 4-6 FOR THE PIE 2 eggs 200g feta cheese, crumbled 200g full-fat soft cheese or cream cheese 250g ricotta 25g (5-6 tbsp) chives or the green parts from 2-3 spring onions, finely chopped 3 tbsp flat leaf parsley, finely chopped Freshly ground black pepper 4 tbsp rapeseed or olive oil

the pastry with oil. Place another sheet of filo on top of the first, again overlapping the edges, and brush with oil. Repeat until you have covered the inside of the tin completely and made a ‘shell’ for the filling.

4 Spoon the cheese mixture into the pastry shell and then cover the top layer by layer with the overhanging filo sheets, like wrapping a parcel, brushing with oil as you go. Finish by layering over the reserved filo sheet, folding and ‘scrunching’ to form a lid for the pie.

Brush the top thoroughly with oil.

5 Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside and set in the middle. Serve warm in squares or wedges.

the edges. This takes about 30 minutes.

2 Meanwhile, chop all the little tomatoes in half and put them into a medium-size bowl. In a small bowl, combine the finely chopped onion and garlic with the chillies, sugar, balsamic vinegar, oil and salt. Pour this mixture over the tomatoes and stir well to combine.

3 When the peppers are done, take them out of the oven and leave until they are cool enough to handle.

Roughly chop each quarter into 6 or 7 smaller pieces and add them to the tomato mixture. Stir the salsa to combine the flavours, adding any juices from the roasting tin.

4 Scatter over the basil and gently mix through. Serve at room temperature.

TO MAKE THE SALSA 1 Preheat the oven to 180C/Gas 4.

Start by washing and cutting the peppers into quarters. Put the peppers in a roasting tin, drizzle with a small amount of oil and roast in the preheated oven until soft and slightly charred at

Recipe taken from The Food We Love by Natalie Gerrelli, with photography

by Tim Green, £22, mezepublishing.co.uk or Amazon.

100-150g (4-6 sheets) filo pastry FOR THE SALSA 3 red and yellow bell peppers Vegetable oil

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250g cherry or baby plum tomatoes Half a small red onion, finely chopped 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped

Jamie Oliver Atlantic Green Digital Kitchen Scales RRP: £39.99 Harts Price: £31.99

Half tsp crushed red chillies Half tsp caster sugar Half tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp cold-pressed rapeseed oil or extravirgin olive oil Pinch of sea salt flakes Large handful of fresh basil leaves, roughly torn

TO MAKE THE PIE 1 You will need a 20cm square or round ovenproof baking tin, at least 5cm deep. Preheat the oven to 190C/ Gas 5.

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2 Start by making the filling. Put the eggs, cheeses, chives or spring onions, parsley and seasoning into a bowl. Mix together into a lumpy paste.

3 Take the baking tin and brush the insides well with oil. Reserve one sheet of filo pastry for the top of the pie. Put the next sheet of filo into the tin, overlapping the sides, and brush

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HARTS KITCHEN

ALFRESCO DINING

Tagliatelle with Burrata and Burst Vine Tomatoes Burrata is a fresh, creamy cheese from southern Italy that has been called the queen of Italian cheeses.

Here it is used in a simple but sumptuous pasta dish that only takes a matter of minutes, so you spend less time in the kitchen and more outside enjoying your meal.

SERVES 2 225g tagliatelle 3 tbsp olive oil A good pinch of rock salt 1 tsp oregano 220g cherry tomatoes on the vine, a mix of colours is nice Half tsp of dried chilli flakes 1 tbsp of garlic oil 1 burrata ball Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 2 large sprigs of basil, torn 1 sprig of fresh parsley, chopped

2 Meanwhile, pour the olive oil into a roasting tin and heat in a hot oven for approximately 3-4 minutes.

When the oil is hot, carefully remove from the oven and add the tomatoes, sprinkle over the rock salt, oregano and the chilli flakes and roast for 5-8 minutes until just starting to burst.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY EMMA HAWLEY

1 Cook the tagliatelle in a large pan of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally until cooked al dente.

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3 Drain the pasta and toss with the garlic oil, then season with salt and pepper.

4 When ready to serve, nestle the tomatoes into the pasta and half the burrata cheese between both plates.

Scatter with the chopped parsley and torn basil and season with more salt and ground black pepper.

Recipe courtesy of Gemma Simmonite, chef, food blogger and co-founder of all-day restaurant, Gastrono-me, www.gastrono-me.co.uk.

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Artisan Street Spaghetti Server RRP: £8.95 Harts Price: £7.15

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HARTS KITCHEN

ALFRESCO DINING

Chicken Shawarma with Lebanese Watercress Salad and Garlic and Watercress Flatbreads

The following recipe has been created

by Dorset-based chef Suze Morrison to celebrate British watercress. Grown in Dorset and Hampshire and in season from now until October, watercress is a nutritious addition to any summer salad.

SERVES 4 FOR THE CHICKEN SHAWARMA 1.5kg boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into thin strips 2 onions, finely sliced 5 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp ground cardamom 1 tbsp mild curry powder 1 tsp baharat (a Middle Eastern spice mix) Half tsp sumac 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp chicken stock powder FOR THE SALAD 4 baby cucumbers, shaved into strips with a vegetable peeler 3 tomatoes, diced 1 red onion, finely diced 50g watercress, chopped 20g flat leaf parsley, chopped 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp lemon juice Salt and pepper to season FOR THE FLATBREADS 250g plain flour 1.5 tsp baking powder Half tsp salt 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp honey

2 Heat the oil in a large pan and fry the chicken and onions in batches until cooked through and lightly charred. Set aside.

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3 Meanwhile, add all the ingredients for the flatbreads to a large bowl. Mix until combined. You are looking for a soft but not too sticky dough so add a little extra flour if needed.

4 Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-5 minutes or until soft and fully hydrated. Cover with a damp tea towel and rest for 10 minutes.

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5 Weigh the dough and divide into 6 balls.

Roll each ball so it is approximately 5-8mm thick, the thicker the dough, the fluffier the bread.

6 Heat the oil over a medium heat and cook each flatbread for 2 minutes each side or until puffed and lightly charred, stack and store wrapped in foil.

7 For the salad, mix all the ingredients in a large bowl, taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary.

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8 Serve the flatbreads, piled with the chicken, salad and served with yogurt and lemon wedges.

Recipe courtesy of www.watercress.co.uk, photography by Lara Jane Thorpe. For more Dorset-related recipes, visit www.dorsetfoodanddrink.org.

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170ml milk 1 tsp garlic, minced 2 tbsp watercress, finely chopped Plain yogurt and lemon wedges to serve

1 For the Shawarma, mix everything apart from the onions and oil in a large ceramic or Pyrex bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

ABOUT SUZE

Suze Morrison lives in the village of Sutton Poyntz, near Weymouth and runs Gourmet Glow, a platform for recipes, services, hints and tips.

After working in Michelin-starred restaurants, she now devotes her time to creating recipes with a holistic approach to health.

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W

ith a long list of accolades and awards to his name, you’d expect Mitch Tonks’ new book to feature some pretty impressive fish recipes. You wouldn’t be disappointed.

Whether you choose to whip up a batch of his Brixham calamari or get adventurous with Singapore crab, The Rockfish Cookbook engages and inspires, with everything from stunningly simple to creatively challenging dishes – as the 3 recipes on the following pages illustrate.

The latest in a string of recipe books authored by the former fishmonger, acclaimed restaurateur, chef and father of 5 (a list that makes you feel worn out just reading it) has been described as a celebration of seafood, sustainability and seasonality. It is also the first to be named after his soon-to-be 9 Devon and Dorset-based seafood restaurants, dotted along a coastline he views as producing some of the finest seafood in the world.

Mitch grew up in Weston-super-Mare, where early memories include helping peel and prepare shrimps and buckets of eels arriving at his grandmother’s back door to be boiled and jellied.

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FISH FOR COMPLIMENTS From selling fish, to cooking and writing books on it, running seafood restaurants and championing the fishing industry, Mitch Tonks has a passion for poisson 20

Fast forward to the age of 27 and Mitch, then a father of 2, found himself working in accountancy to pay the bills. Feeling somewhat frustrated with his career path and seeking change, he decided to head in an entirely different route by setting up a fish shop in Bath.

That led to FishWorks, a restaurant upstairs. Which led to another and then another.

Things quickly snowballed to the point Mitch had an award-winning 13site chain of restaurants across London and southwest Britain. The expansion proved too rapid however, and Mitch parted company with FishWorks in 2008, a year before it went into administration.

A DIFFERENT DIRECTION

Undaunted, he moved to Dartmouth and established The Seahorse with two other partners. The stylish restaurant, which commands views of the River Dart, has prided itself on sourcing the very best produce, and was a winner of the Observer’s Best UK Restaurant award.

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ABOVE LEFT: Messing about on the water – Mitch says he would be happy to end up living on a boat in 10 years’ time ABOVE RIGHT: Poole gained a Rockfish in early 2020 and additional restaurants are also in the pipeline.

The other eateries that have gradually come under his charge - Rockfishes in Dartmouth, Torquay, Plymouth, Brixham, Exmouth, Exeter, Weymouth and Poole Quay – follow the same strong family ethos. A new Rockfish is also set to open in Salcombe next year.

Mitch remains a man on a mission.

He is passionate about supporting the British fishing industry which was hit, for very obvious reasons during lockdown, with no restaurants or export market. His own boat, Rockfisher, supplies his restaurants, supplemented by fish selected from Brixham Fish Market.

By the time you read this, his new venture will be well underway, a virtual seafood market where users can buy directly from fishermen and fish merchants.

Kitchen magazine caught up with Mitch just as his restaurants reopened for the summer following lockdown.

Q. What are your hopes for the UK fishing industry, after the impact of the pandemic and Brexit?

I hope we really start to value our fishing fleet and the quality of the seafood around the shores of the UK. It would be wonderful to think the nation was eating and enjoying the wonderful stuff we land here, rather than exporting that to other countries while importing other seafood (typically cod and haddock which is a British favourite still).

Q. Tell us about your new venture, Rockfish Seafood Experience Boxes and the thinking behind it?

When restaurants were closed, we wanted

to connect with our customers and give them the Rockfish experience at home and the idea proved so successful we are carrying it on. We deliver a range of fresh seafood nationally every Friday, along with full instructions on preparing it.

Q. Do you feel the British public are growing in confidence when it comes to cooking fish and trying unfamiliar types?

Yes, I do - there are so many programmes, cookbooks and reasons to eat seafood and it’s definitely on trend.

Q. What would you advise as the top 3 essential pieces of kitchen kit when it comes to preparing and cooking fish?

Greaseproof paper, good oil and a roasting tray.

Q. Who are your greatest influences in life and work?

As I’m getting older, I find my children influence me an awful lot - I find them inspiring, great company and they make me

want to be a better person and a better dad.

My friend Will Beckett who founded the Hawksmoor restaurants is a brilliant role model and influence too. We have worked together on Hawksmoor and Rockfish, where he is our chairman, for about 8 years and in doing so we have discovered a wonderful friendship which I am sure we will enjoy throughout our lives.

Q. Your newest restaurants are in Weymouth and Poole. Do you have a favourite spot in Dorset?

I adore Lyme Regis, one of the most beautiful places in the UK. I went there as a child and often visit to enjoy the pubs, a walk on the beach and some fish at my friend Mark Hix’s restaurant Q. Where do you see yourself in 10 years, and why?

Living on a boat somewhere warm, it’s always been my dream.

For more information on the restaurants or Rockfish Seafood Experience boxes, visit www.rockfish.co.uk.

Rockfish sits in a prime location on historic Poole Quay.

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Crispy Fried Salt-&-Pepper Cuttlefish (Brixham Calamari) I’ve wanted to put cuttlefish on the menu for a long time but always thought the word cuttlefish would put people off. So, I thought ‘Brixham calamari’ would be a fair way to accurately describe how it tastes and where it comes from. Get your fishmonger to clean the cuttlefish – it is messy – then wash well to remove the ink.

SERVES 4 AS A STARTER 400g cleaned cuttlefish 2 good handfuls of rice flour Vegetable oil for deep-frying 2.5 tbsp salt and pepper mix (see box out) 1 fresh red chilli, thinly sliced 2 spring onions, thinly sliced on the bias 1 lime, cut into wedges

1 Cut the cuttlefish into thin strips about the width of a pencil. Cut the tentacles into chunks. Put it all into a container of water.

Place the rice flour in another container next to it.

2 Heat the oil in a deep pan to 170C. (If you don’t have a thermometer or deep-fat fryer, heat the oil in a deep pan – it is hot enough to fry the squid when a small piece of bread dropped in quickly fizzles and crisps.) In small batches, take the cuttlefish from the water and dip into the flour, giving it a good massage to get a sticky but light coating. Slip the cuttlefish into the hot oil. Fry for about 2 minutes or until firm, pale and crisp. Drain on kitchen paper.

3 When all the cuttlefish strips have been fried, put them into a bowl and liberally sprinkle over the salt and pepper mix. Give it a good shake. Serve sprinkled with the sliced chilli and spring onions, and with lime wedges.

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SALT & PEPPER MIX

Put equal amounts of pink, white, black and Sichuan peppercorns in a pestle with the same quantity of sea salt flakes and give them all a good bash about until they are coarsely ground. Store in an airtight jar.

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Pizza ‘Claminara’ This method was inspired by Pizza Pilgrims, the best pizza guys in London.

During the lockdown of 2020 they launched an at-home pizza kit that fascinated me. I watched their video on how to make a delicious pizza in a frying pan. It was genius and it works!

MAKES 4 PIZZAS FOR THE DOUGH 7g sachet of fast-action dried yeast 500g strong white flour 325ml tepid water 1 tbsp olive oil 5g salt 5g caster sugar FOR THE SAUCE 1kg live clams 100ml white wine 1 bay leaf 1 pepperoncini – hot red chilli 20g butter 20g plain flour 200ml milk 2 garlic cloves, grated A handful of chopped curly parsley TO FINISH 1 tbsp grated Parmesan 1 mozzarella ball (about 125g), roughly torn

1 Make the dough by mixing together the yeast, flour, water, olive oil, salt and sugar. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes to make a nice elastic dough. Place in a bowl, cover with a tea towel or clingfilm and leave to rise until doubled in size. This will take about an hour, depending on room temperature.

2 Knock the dough back, then divide into 4 portions. Pinch and shape each into a ball and leave under the cover of a towel to prove for 30 minutes.

3 To make the sauce, prepare the clams.

First check all the shells are undamaged and tightly shut (or close when tapped).

Rinse under cold running water to remove grit or sand, then put the clams in a pan with the wine, bay and chilli. Cover and steam the clams until they open, (about 2 minutes).

4 When cooled, remove the clams from their shells, keeping the meat and the

liquid; discard the shells and any clams that didn’t open as well as the bay leaf and chilli.

5 Melt the butter in a smaller pan and stir in the flour. Cook for a couple of minutes to make a roux. Mix the clam cooking liquid and the milk together and pour gradually into the roux, stirring or whisking to make a smooth white sauce. Add the garlic and parsley and simmer for 3-4 minutes. The sauce should be creamy and quite thick. Add the clam meat and stir through. Set aside.

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6 Shape each ball of dough into a disc to fit the pan you are going to use. Push up a raised rim all around.

7 Preheat the grill. Heat your ovenproof frying pan over a high heat and, when hot, place one of the pizza dough discs in it. Spread a quarter of the clam sauce over the pizza, up to the raised rim. Sprinkle with a little Parmesan and dot some mozzarella liberally all over the pizza. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until the bottom of the pizza is crisp.

8 Place the pan under the hot grill to finish cooking – the edges will rise and blister and the cheese will melt and brown. Once the pizza looks full of appeal, take it out and serve, then repeat with the remaining pizza dough discs and topping.

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Singapore Chilli Crab If you have ever visited Singapore, you will have experienced the famous, very delicious chilli crab. It is the national dish. Easy to make, it is a firm favourite in the Tonks household.

SERVES 2 1 cooked crab, weighing about 1kg 4 tbsp cornflour Vegetable oil for deep-frying FOR THE PASTE 8 fresh red chillies, roughly chopped 75g peeled fresh ginger, roughly chopped 4 garlic cloves, peeled 1 tbsp shrimp paste – you can buy this in Asian stores Vegetable oil for frying FOR THE SAUCE 2 tbsp palm sugar or soft brown sugar 4 tbsp tomato ketchup 2 tbsp sriracha chilli sauce 1 tbsp soy sauce 200ml chicken stock 2 eggs, beaten TO GARNISH 2 spring onions, finely sliced A handful of chopped coriander

1 Open the crab. Place it on its back, put your thumbs under the back legs and push up until the crab pops apart (this can be difficult, but it will open). Keep the top shell (clean and dry it) and the brown meat but drain off any water and discard the dead man’s fingers – the small feathery things on the body (you may also find some in the top shell) – and any membrane.

2 Pull off the claws, cut them in half and give the pieces a good crack so the sauce will be able to get into the meat. Cut the body into 6 by first cutting it in half, top to bottom, then slicing in between the legs so each leg has a clump of body at the end of it.

3 Put the pieces of crab body and claws in a bowl. Sprinkle over the cornflour and toss, making sure everything is completely coated. Heat the oil in a deep pan to about 160C. Working in batches, deep-fry all the pieces of crab for about 3 minutes. Drain on kitchen paper.

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4 To make the paste, blitz the chillies, ginger, garlic and shrimp paste together in a food processor. Get a wok or large frying pan nice and hot, then add a little oil and fry the paste for a few minutes.

Add the sugar followed by the ketchup, sriracha and soy. Stir together, then add the stock and mix well.

5 Add the pieces of crab and the brown crab meat and cook for 5-6 minutes.

6 Remove and place on your serving dish or in the crab shell, if using for decoration. Turn up the heat under the wok and stir the beaten eggs into the sauce. As soon as you start to see strands of white appear, remove from the heat and pour the sauce over the crab. Garnish with spring onions and coriander and serve.

Taken from The Rockfish Cookbook, £18, with photography

by Chris Terry.

Available from all Rockfish restaurants and therockfish.co.uk.

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CONTAIN YOURSELF Whether you’re pickling, picnicking or storing leftovers to pick at later, the right container is an asset in the kitchen Kilner Facetted Clip Top Jar 0.95L Keep your pickles and preserves in perfect shape with Kilner’s vintage faceted design. The airtight clip system will ensure contents stay fresher for longer.

RRP: £6.00 Harts Price: £4.20

Kilner Screw Top Spice Jar 200ml Set of 3 RRP: £3.00 Harts Price: £2.10

OXO Good Grips On-The-Go Condiment Containers Set of 3 Harts Price: £6.00

Pyrex Cook & Go Medium Round Dish An excellent addition to any kitchen, this dish is made from shock-resistant borosilicate glass and comes with a plastic lid that closes securely to create an airtight seal. The glass container is oven-proof up to 300C and both container and lid can go into the freezer to temperatures as low as -40C. RRP: £15.99 Harts Price: £12.59

Typhoon Monochrome 950ml Storage Jar Cork Lid RRP: £7.00 Harts Price: £4.90

Zyliss Twist & Seal 0.475L Container RRP: £8.99 Harts Price: £8.09

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OXO Good Grips POP 2.8L Cookie Jar RRP: £14.00 Harts Price: £13.30

Lock & Lock Door Pocket Canister Square 1.3L RRP: £4.50 Harts Price: £3.95

Kilner Signature Clip Top Jar 1.05L RRP: £7.00 Harts Price: £4.90

Lock & Lock 5 Piece Round Nestable Rainbow Set RRP: £23.99 Harts Price: £13.95

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OXO Good Grips Steel POP Container Rectangle Short 1.6L Storage Container RRP: £20.00 Harts Price: £19.00

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Pickled Summer Vegetables This is an easy and tasty way to pickle vegetables for using in salads, sandwiches or serving with barbecued food.

MAKES ENOUGH TO FILL A 1L JAR 1 tsp coriander seeds Half tsp fennel seeds 200ml warm water 6 tbsp caster sugar 1 tsp fine salt 300ml cider vinegar 2 bay leaves Zest of half an unwaxed orange 400g fresh vegetables (such as radishes, fennel, red onion, carrots)

You will need a 750ml to 1L wide-necked glass jar with a lid, a Kilner jar or several smaller jam jars, thoroughly washed and dried.

1 Firstly, toast the coriander and fennel seeds in a dry saucepan for 1- 2 minutes over a low heat.

Carefully add the water, sugar and salt to the pan and stir to dissolve.

4 Fill your clean and dry jar with the sliced vegetables then pour the pickling liquid over them. Put the lid on tightly and allow to cool completely before labelling and storing in the fridge.

Recipe taken from The Food We Love by Natalie Gerrelli, with photography by Tim Green, mezepublishing.co.uk, £22.

Kilner Preserve Jar 1 Litre This iconic sealed jar is ideal for a range of tasks, including preserving, pickling and storing dry foodstuffs.

RRP: £5.00 Harts Price: £3.50

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3 Meanwhile, wash then prepare and thinly slice the vegetables, making sure they are free of blemishes. A mandoline helps here if you have one.

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2 Add the vinegar, bay leaves and orange zest. Bring the pickling liquid to the boil then take the pan off the heat and allow it to cool a little.

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DECADENT DRINKS

La Rochere Bee Large Stemmed Glass 350ml RRP: £9.50 Harts Price: £8.56

There’s nothing better than water for staying hydrated on a hot day but when it’s time to kick back and relax, enjoy a refreshing cocktail

Harts Cardamom and Gin Cocktail “Cardamom and rose have been paired throughout history, and are known for their aphrodisiac and medicinal uses,” explains Ros Nelmes, of Dorchesterbased Fordington Gin who is behind these 2 recipes, including this cocktail created especially for Harts of Stur.

2 shots of gin 1 can of Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic 3 cardamom pods 1 drop each of rose, strawberry and vanilla essence - ideally use fresh ingredients if you can

1 Fill a cocktail shaker with ice – add the gin, tonic, the cardamom pods and essences.

2 Shake well for 30 seconds, strain and pour into fabulous glasses like these LSA Gin Balloon glasses. Add a strawberry and a garden mint leaf for decoration.

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The Bees’ Knees This classic cocktail was a favourite during the Prohibition as it was handy for hiding gin in an otherwise innocent looking drink!

2 shots of gin The juice of half a fresh lemon The juice of half a fresh orange

2 Peel a slice of zest from a

lemon.

3 Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add all the ingredients – shake well for about half a minute until the cocktail is really cold.

4 Pour into suitable glasses – these bee ones are absolutely perfect for the theme!

5 Twist the lemon peel over the cocktail to release a little of the lemon oil, serve and enjoy!

2 tbsp of honey syrup BEFORE HAND 1 Make some honey syrup

– combine 1 tbsp honey with 1 tbsp hot water, stir together until smooth and leave to cool.

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See Ros at the Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival on September 11th and 12th this year. For more information on Fordington Gin, visit www.fordingtongin.co.uk

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Simply Sangria

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A perfect choice for conjuring up the feeling of being on holiday even when you’re at home, there are many variations on sangria, some involving brandy, cinnamon and sugar. If you want to keep things super simple however, just add 3 parts red wine to 2 parts lemonade and 1 part orange juice. Mix together in a large jug with ice, add more of any of the ingredients to taste and pour into glasses garnished with mint sprigs and sliced fruit.

KEEP YOUR

Kilner 7 Piece Lemonade Set Homemade lemonade goes down a treat at BBQs and not just with kids. Serve it in style with this set from Kilner.

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LSA Bar Tapered Jug 1.7L Clear Part of the LSA Bar collection, this attractive, handmade vessel is ideal for pouring chilled water, juices or cocktails.

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LSA Bar Icelip Jug RRP: £50.00 Harts Price: £40.00

Epicurean Ice and Slice Ice Cube Tray RRP: £7.95 Harts Price: £5.95

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PERFECT SETTING From cloths to coasters, make sure your table is both pretty and protected

Sara Miller Chelsea Collection Set of 4 Large Green Placemats RRP: £33.00 Harts Price: £26.40

Sara Miller Peony Collection Set of 4 Pink Placemats RRP: £23.00 Harts Price: £18.40

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Walton & Co Flint Blue Chambray Tablecloth 130 x 180cm This 100% cotton tablecloth comes larger than advertised as it will shrink slightly when first washed – like all pure cotton cloth. Other sizes and colours are available.

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Tablecloth weights are worth using when setting a table for outdoor dining – you just attach one to each corner of the cloth for an easy and inexpensive way of ensuring it stays put even in windy weather!

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Maxwell & Williams Pete Cromer Ceramic Square 9.5cm Coaster Kingfisher Harts Price: £2.50

Maxwell & Williams Love Hearts Araras 10cm Ceramic Coaster Designed in Australia by Donna Sharam, these quirky, colourful coasters will delight family and friends – and protect your table, with matching mugs also available.

Harts Price: £2.50

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EMILE HENRY

HOORAY FOR HENRY

Family-owned company Emile Henry has built a worldwide reputation for high-quality ceramic cookware over the past 170 years

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ABOVE: Carefully hand-crafted in France for well over a century, the company still manufacture their cookware from Burgundy clay.

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ack in 1848, a young potter, Jacques Henry started pursuing his passion in a small workshop in Marcigny, a village in Burgundy. Just 2 years later, at the tender age of 20, he began travelling around France, meeting more experienced potters and developing his craft as a ceramist. La Maison Henry (later to become known as Emile Henry) was born.

Jugs, terrines and soup tureens came to life in his hands and the business grew to employ a workforce of about 20 people. Jacques had a son, Paul, who

shared his father’s passion and by 1900, La Maison Henry pottery was to be found on all the best Parisian tables. In 1911, Paul designed what was to become the symbol of the company, the ruffled pie dish.

The workshop suffered during the Great War, because of a lack of labour. Paul’s son, Emile, went to fight in 1914 but returned in 1922, determined to get the business firmly back on its feet. The company faced hardship again through the Second World War but recovered and flourished once more.

When Emile died in 1950, his son, Maurice, found himself head of the company, aged 32. An artisan engineer in a rapidly expanding company, he set about modernising production techniques,

RIGHT: Jean Baptiste Henry took over the family company in 2012 and is pictured here with his father, Jacques.

FAR RIGHT: Paul Henry and his son Emile, who the company is named after.

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ABOVE: The striking tagine, which can be used both on the hob or in the oven.

while retaining the authenticity of the handcrafting skills. He and son, Jacques were eager to offer durable, attractive ceramic products made using new technologies.

As a tribute to his grandfather, Jacques changed the name of the company to Emile Henry in 1982 a salute to the passion which had been handed down from generation to generation.

An amateur gourmet, Jacques used his training as an engineer to design dishes which made cooking easier. Studying everything in the smallest detail, he created an in-house laboratory for research and development in 1983.

After much research, the company created the first colourful dishes for use in the oven in 1986. It was a breakthrough, and the colours helped attract increasing numbers of international customers. In 1989, the firm’s highly successful pie dish became an iconic piece in American kitchens.

As the company continued to innovate, the tagine, designed by Jacques, was crafted in 2005. It became the centrepiece of a new ‘Flame’ range, made from the first ceramic which could be used directly on a flame and all direct modern heat sources.

Jean-Baptiste, Jacques’ son, took over the firm’s reins in 2012, embracing and promoting the fact that production is 100% made in France, as it always has been.

As the business continued to flourish, JeanBaptiste designed the bread cloche, which became another iconic piece just 2 years later.

Today the company continues to evolve, proud to use its skill and knowledge to help make cooking and baking easier and more pleasurable for households the world over.

RIGHT: The ruffled pie dish, designed in 1911, is synonymous with Emile Henry.

BELOW: This bread cloche is another iconic piece, designed by Jean-Baptiste and introduced in 2014.

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Emile Henry Charcoal Artisan Bread Baker 3.0L Fill your kitchen with the fabulous fragrance of homemade bread, using this stunning French-made baker. The design and material replicate the humidity of a traditional bread oven, and the ribbed base prevents the loaf from sticking.

Has a 10-year guarantee.

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Emile Henry Charcoal Ultime Rectangular Baking Dish 30 x 19cm Finished with a lovely black glaze, this dish can be used in the oven and is microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe.

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Emile Henry Clay Mortar & Pestle RRP: £35.00 Harts Price: £31.50

Emile Henry Clay Crème Brulee Dish Set of 2 RRP: £14.00 Harts Price: £12.60

Emile Henry Clay Ultime Rectangular Baking Dish 30 x 19cm Perfect for casseroles, pies, all-in-one meals and vegetables, this high-sided dish has a 1.55L capacity and is suitable for use in ovens, freezers and dishwasher safe.

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Emile Henry Burgundy Large Ridged Pizza Stone 40cm RRP: £65.00 Harts Price: £58.50

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EMILE HENRY

Emile Henry Clay Oil Cruet RRP: £35.00 Harts Price: £31.50

Emile Henry Clay Ultime Oven Bowl 14cm Superbly glazed in a cream finish, this is great for cooking and serving meals straight to the table. The materials are free from lead, cadmium and nickel, and the bowl comes with a 10-year guarantee.

RRP: £15.00 Harts Price: £13.50 Emile Henry Charcoal Fondue Set Harts Price: £99.00 RRP: £110.00

Emile Henry Burgundy Garlic Pot Crafted from natural materials such as ceramic and cork, this pot is designed to keep garlic, shallots, onions and even ginger fresh.

Three small holes provide moisture-free ventilation.

RRP: £35.00 Harts Price: £31.50

Emile Henry Linen Round Bread Baker 5.2L Turn out delicious crusty loaves with this traditional-style baker. The clever design allows the lid to be turned upside down and used as a mixing and proving bowl for the bread.

RRP: £95.00 Harts Price: £85.50

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Mango Tarte Tatin with Lime Caramel Use the right cookware and a great recipe to conjure up this delicious dessert SERVES 8 1 roll of puff pastry (pre-prepared or frozen) 150g caster sugar 60g unsalted butter 1 lime 3 to 4 mangoes 30ml coconut liqueur

1 Peel the mangoes and cut them lengthways to remove the stone and produce two thick slices.

2 Spread out the caster sugar evenly in the base of the tatin dish and place on a medium heat (medium power on an induction hob). Leave to melt and caramelise until it forms a brown caramel.

3 Stir several times during cooking to bring the sugar from the edges towards the centre.

4 Incorporate the butter gradually in small pieces, then leave to ‘boil’ until smooth.

5 Add the finely grated lime zest and pour in the coconut liqueur.

Still on a medium heat (medium power), allow to reduce to obtain a creamy caramel.

6 Remove from the heat and arrange the mango slices tightly, rounded side down in the caramel.

7 Place the puff pastry over the top and tuck in the edges, then put in a preheated oven and bake for approximately 50 minutes at 200C/Gas 6.

8 Leave to rest for 5-10 minutes before turning out onto a serving platter. Cut into 8 slices and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Recipe courtesy of www.emilehenry.com.

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To turn out your tarte tatin, place the serving platter on top of the dish. Hold the handles and the serving platter at the same time, turn it towards you in 1 quick movement and remove the dish to reveal your tart!

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Emile Henry Slate Delight Tarte Tatin Set RRP: £135.00 Harts Price: £121.50

Emile Henry Clay Deep Rectangular Tart Dish 34 x 24cm RRP: £40.00 Harts Price: £36.00

Emile Henry Clay Pie Dish 26cm RRP: £35.00 Harts Price: £31.00

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Invest in the best when it comes to your two most essential kitchen electricals

Dualit Domus Kettle Grey The powerful 3kW element of this stylish 1.5L kettle ensures speedy boiling, and is concealed in the base, away from contact with water to reduce limescale damage.

RRP: £89.99 Harts Price: £82.95

Dualit 4 Slot Domus Toaster Grey Dualit’s patented technology calculates room and toaster temperature, how many slices have been done and how long the toaster has cooled to achieve consistent browning results.

RRP: £115.99 Harts Price: £104.95

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KETTLE BELLES It’s probably the RAVE most used REVIEWS electrical item The Cuisinart Signature Kettle looks in your kitchen good and is well made. Being able to select the water temperature is an excellent feature, so opt for a especially when brewing green tea varieties. The kettle that matching toaster is also fabulous, would highly recommend these items. combines Yvonne C good looks with To see more of what our customers say efficiency about us (and the products we sell), visit www.hartsofstur.com/ reviews.

Cuisinart Signature Collection Multi Temp Kettle This clever kettle lets you set the temperature between 85C and 100C, for the perfect brew of tea or coffee. An LCD screen displays the water temperature, and a 3-year guarantee provides peace of mind.

RRP: £85.00 Harts Price: £76.50

Sage The Soft Top Luxe Brushed Stainless-Steel Kettle Made from brushed stainless-steel with chrome timbre, this appliance has an ergonomic handle, illuminated power switch and is supplied with a Sage 2-year repair, replace or refund guarantee.

Harts Price: £99.00

Coloured panel packs available separately to customise your kettle

Dualit Black 2.0 Litre Dome Kettle Stylish and hard-wearing, this kettle can be put easily back into place from any angle, thanks to the rotary axis design of its base.

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Dualit Architect Canvas and Stainless-Steel Kettle Quick to boil, this appliance has a push-button lid to keep your hands safe from steam. The waterlevel indicator windows light up in cool blue whilst the kettle heats.

RRP: £94.99 Harts Price: £85.95

KitchenAid Design Empire Red 1.5L Jug Kettle RRP: £115.00 Harts Price: £109.00

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STOP THE SCALE W hether it’s for the first cuppa of the day, a mid-morning coffee or boiling water for recipes, there aren’t many days when your kettle is left sitting idle. This continual use means it will soon get clogged up with limescale, especially as around 60% of the UK is classed as having hard or very hard water.

Although hard water isn’t bad for you (back in the day people enjoyed its healing effects - the mineral-rich springs in Bath being a good example), if it is heated or left to stand, the dissolved minerals in it solidify as the moisture evaporates. These solidified minerals are called limescale (or calcium carbonate).

Once this starts to build up it can be difficult to remove. It will ruin the flavour of your brew and make your kettle less efficient.

The best way to remove limescale is with a mild acid. This can be done with a proprietary descaler or by using natural acids that can be found in most kitchens, such as vinegar, lemon or lime juice. The key thing is to ensure the acid remains in contact with the limescale for at least an hour.

USING A DESCALING PRODUCT

Dilute the cleaner (which can come in powder or liquid form) with water according to the manufacturer’s instructions, pour into the kettle and then boil. Leave for at least an hour or ideally overnight. Empty the kettle, then rinse well and the inside of your kettle should be clean and sparkling again.

HOW TO PREVENT LIMESCALE As any good doctor will tell you – prevention is better than cure! So here are a few tips to help keep that pesky limescale at bay.

• Use a water filter to remove the mineral deposits in hard water before adding to the kettle.

• Get into the habit of regularly descaling your kettle. About once a month is ideal to stop the limescale building up too much.

• Invest in a descaler ball or fur collector. They only cost a couple of pounds each and you just need to pop one into the kettle. An occasional rinse will keep it in good working order • If you are buying a new kettle, look for a built-in limescale filter and a concealed heating element

NATURALLY DOES IT

Although putting vinegar in your kettle might sound weird, it is actually pretty effective at removing limescale. Fill the kettle with equal parts white vinegar and water. Boil the kettle then allow it to cool down. Empty the kettle then rinse thoroughly. Refill the kettle with water and boil once more. Finally empty the kettle to remove any aftertaste of vinegar.

Other alternatives to white vinegar are lemon or lime juice. A few spoonfuls of baking soda also work well.

Look for a kettle with a removable limescale filter. This can be easily rinsed under the tap or washed in the cutlery rack of a dishwasher.

KitchenCraft Steel Mesh Kettle Fur Collector Harts Price: £2.39

Sage The Descaler Harts Price: £13.95

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RAISE A As soldiers, sarnies or just buttered for breakfast, nothing beats toast - so get a great toaster to make it in

KitchenAid 2 Slot Toaster Stainless Steel Toaster This elegant stainless-steel appliance has 7 browning settings and comes with a 2-year KitchenAid guarantee.

RRP: £109.00 Harts Price: £98.10

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KitchenAid Artisan Candy Apple 2 Slot Toaster Brighten your day with this colourful toaster packed full of features. Among them is an auto sensor, which will lift and lower your toast, keeping it warm if it pops up while you are busy. It comes with a 5-year warranty.

RRP: £199.00 Harts Price: £168.95

Dualit Classic Vario AWS Polished 4 Slot Toaster RRP: £199.99 Harts Price: £179.95

Judge 4 Slice Slimline Family Toaster With a brushed stainless-steel finish and mid-cycle cancel and pop-up mechanism, this is easy to use and great value.

RRP: £60.00 Harts Price: £29.95

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BUYER’S GUIDE Dualit Lite 2 Slot Toaster Grey Dualit’s unique technology delivers precise toasting time by calculating the temperature of the toaster and surroundings. It also has 36mm slots to accommodate doorstop slices and a sandwich cage for toasties.

RRP: £74.99 Harts Price: £67.95

Dualit Classic Toaster Sandwich Cage This simple, yet innovative accessory transforms a Dualit Classic Toaster into a sandwich maker.

The cage also makes toasting and lifting smaller items, such as muffins, teacakes, bagels and crumpets much easier and comes complete with recipes to get you started. It is suitable for use with Dualit Classic toasters made after 2000 and comes with a Dualit 1 year guarantee.

Harts Price: £19.95

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Sage The Smart Toast 4 Slice This excellent appliance lives up to its name. It features independent 2 or 4-slice slots, and a quick-look feature allows toast to glide up and down to show the browning level – without interrupting the cycle. Comes with a 2-year warranty.

Harts Price: £169.95

Coloured panel packs available separately to customise your toaster Russell Hobbs 2 Slice Inspire Toaster Grey This 2-slot toaster is easy to use, and its blue LED illumination will brighten any kitchen.

RRP: £39.99 Harts Price: £36.95

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Breville New York Collection White & Gold Toaster Part of a collection inspired by the Big Apple’s skyscrapers, this toaster features a variable browning control and bread slot widths, to cater for thick and thin slices of bread. It has an extra-high lift for easy toast removal.

RRP: £89.99 Harts Price: £84.95 Judge Satin Black 2 Slice Toaster This attractive, no-nonsense toaster has 6 settings on its browning control. A removable crumb tray makes it easy to clean, and non-slip feet stop it sliding. Comes with a 2-year domestic-use guarantee.

RRP: £60.00 Harts Price: £29.95

Sage A Bit More 2 Slice Toaster The helpful lift-andlook function on this appliance allows you to adjust toasting time for fruit breads to help prevent burning.

Harts Price: £79.96

SERVING SUGGESTIONS Judge 4 Slot Toast Rack White RRP: £9.50 Harts Price: £7.13

SEE+ SHOP

Choose from our large range of top names for all your electrical appliance needs - visit www.hartsofstur.com

Dexam Farringdon Wooden Magnetic Toast Tongs Harts Price: £2.75

Artisan Street Butter Dish Set RRP: £19.95 Harts Price: £15.95

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Cuisinart Style Vintage Rose Breakfast Set RRP: £165.00 Harts Price: £147.95

STYLISH SETS A matching kettle and toaster set provides an instant uplift for your kitchen counter

KitchenAid Almond Cream 2 Slot Manual Toaster and 1.7L Kettle Set For those who like their tea or coffee just-so, the kettle has 6 variable temperature settings shown on a digital display while the toaster comes with an easy-to-use dial that controls 7 levels of automatic browning.

There is also a handy bagel function.

RRP: £238.00 Harts Price: £214.96

Russell Hobbs Eclipse Midnight Blue Kettle and Toaster Set A great buy for those in a hurry, the kettle can deliver a cup of boiled water in just 45 seconds. The toaster boasts fast-browning technology and comes with a lift and look feature, so you can check your toast without having to cancel the cycle RRP: £119.98 Harts Price: £109.96 WWW.HARTSOFSTUR.COM

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KitchenAid Artisan Matt Imperial Grey 2 Slot Toaster and Kettle Set This kettle’s double-walled construction reduces noise whilst water is boiling and keeps liquid hotter for longer. The clever toaster has an auto sensor to lift and lower toast – keeping it warm until you’re ready. It also comes with a sandwich rack that allows you to make perfect toasted sandwiches.

RRP: £348.00 Harts Price: £298.96

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Sage Kettle & Toaster Set Select Luxe Black Truffle Safe and stylish, the 1.7L kettle features an ergonomic, stainless-steel handle, illuminated power switch and soft-top lid. Extra wide and deep slots on the toaster accommodate larger breads and thick bagels, while 6 settings adjust the toasting time accordingly. Supplied with a Sage 2-year repair, replace or refund guarantee.

RRP: £199.90 Harts Price: £179.95

Beko White & Rose Gold Cosmopolis Kettle and Toaster Set Part of the stylish Beko Cosmopolis breakfast range, the 1.7L kettle has a fully removable lid for better access when filling and cleaning. The 2-slice toaster features a handy reheat function and a defrost setting for toasting bread straight out of the freezer.

RRP: £129.98 Harts Price: £79.90

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Breville New York Collection Matt Black Kettle and Toaster Set Part of a range inspired by the iconic Manhattan skyline, this set features a matching 1.7L kettle and 4-slot toaster.

The kettle has a removable, washable limescale filter and a rear water gauge. The toaster features variable browning settings, adjustable slots, reheat, defrost and cancel functions and even an extra high lift for easy toast removal.

RRP: £179.98 Harts Price: £159.95

Beko Duck Egg Blue & Chrome Cosmopolis Kettle and Toaster Set This 3000W retro-style kettle offers cordless freedom and comes with a washable limescale filter to keep it in tip-top shape. The toaster has extrawide slots and 5 browning settings.

RRP: £129.98 Harts Price: £79.90

Cuisinart Style Light Pistachio Breakfast Set RRP: £125.00 Harts Price: £111.95

Russell Hobbs Travel/Compact Kettle White Small is beautiful with this compact but powerful travel kettle which comes complete with 2 cups and spoons. It has a 0.85L capacity, a removable and washable filter, dual water level windows, hinged lid for ease of filling and easy pour spout.

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Cuisinart ICE100BCU Gelato & Ice Cream Professional Produce delicious ice cream, sorbet or frozen yoghurt in as little as 40 minutes with The Cuisinart Gelato and Ice Cream Professional.

A specialist compressor system means there is no need to pre-freeze the bowl, while 2 specially designed paddles, (1 for gelato and another for ice cream), guarantee the perfect consistency.

Incredibly easy to use, just add your chosen ingredients, set the digital timer and press the start button. When the cycle is complete, the machine will automatically switch off and keep your dessert cool for up to 10 minutes, ensuring great results every time.

RRP: £250.00 Harts Price: £248.95

RAVE REVIEWS We are very happy with our new ice cream maker. We have tried various recipes from the booklet included and they all turned out absolutely delicious! It only takes up to one hour to make ice cream/gelato/sorbet of your choice! An absolute delight!

Jurga S To see more of what our customers say about us, visit www.hartsofstur.com/ reviews.

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FEATURES INCLUDE • 1.5L capacity • Professional compressor system means no need to pre-freeze the bowl • Fully automatic and easy to use • Includes 2 different, robust mixing paddles for ice cream and gelato • Keep-cool feature • Add extra ingredients or toppings during mixing for extra flavour • Easy clean, removable paddles, lid and bowl • Comes with 5-year guarantee

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Sage The Smart Scoop Ice Cream Maker Let the Smart Scoop take the stress out of ice cream creation. The first maker to automatically sense how hard the mixture is, it has 12 settings so you can choose from sorbet, frozen yogurt, gelato and ice cream. Depending on your selection, the maker will keep your product at the right consistency for up to 3 hours. It even plays music when ready, like an ice cream van!

RRP: £349.95 Harts Price: £327.00

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Whole milk and double cream are ideal for ice cream making as ingredients with a higher fat content produce a creamier, smoother dessert. Make flavourings as high quality as possible for the best results – e.g. real vanilla rather than imitation.

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Magimix Gelato Expert Ice Cream Maker – Satin Easy to operate, the Gelato Expert has a built-in freezer.

It comes with a pair of 2-litre stainless steel bowls, allowing you to make and store 2 batches in a row and is supplied with a 3-year Magimix warranty.

Harts Price: £499.96

Judge 1.5L Ice Cream Maker This is particularly handy for those in a hurry or with hungry kids. With a running time of between 20-40 minutes, it can deliver ice cream, sorbet or frozen yoghurt quickly and is fully automatic.

Harts Price: £24.95 RRP: £52.50

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BRUSH IT OFF Great for grilling and BBQs, a basting brush is a summer must-have

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asting brushes are easier to clean than bulb-style basters and more versatile too as they can double up as pastry brushes. Unlike ordinary bristle brushes, there’s no chance of silicone bristles breaking or shedding in your food. They also won’t easily pick up stains or odours from strong-smelling foods.

Le Creuset Flint Basting Brush With a removable silicone head and ergonomic wooden handle, the bristles are heat resistant to 250C. Harts Price: £10.00

Le Creuset Volcanic Professional Basting Brush The short, conical bristles of this brush release liquid slowly, providing an even distribution of sauces. Heat resistant to 250C. Harts Price: £19.00

RAVE REVIEWS Great prices, service and delivery.

All arrived on time and in perfect condition.

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Colourworks Silicone 26cm Pastry and Basting Brush (assorted colours) RRP: £7.29 Harts Price: £6.50

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Zyliss Silicone Basting Brush With mesh that sits between the silicone bristles to hold and release more sauce, the brush head is heat resistant to 240C and detachable for easy cleaning.

RRP: £8.49 Harts Price: £7.64

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KitchenCraft Silicone Pastry and Basting Brush RRP: £4.29 Harts Price: £3.95

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SERVING SUGGESTION WIN

an LSA Gin t Grand Serving Se and Tray

LSA Gin Grand Serving Set Including Tray RRP: £325.00 Harts Price: £260.00

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or gatherings, celebrations, or even just a night in kicking back, The LSA Gin Grand Serving Set and Tray ensures you can enjoy, and offer, drink and nibbles in style.

With 2 cocktail glasses, 2 tumblers, 2 highballs, 2 balloon glasses, all your glassware is sorted, while 4 porcelain garnish bowls are ideal for serving lemons, olives, limes and herbs.

Also included is a beautiful, mouth-blown glass ice bucket for storing ice. This stunning set is presented on an ash wood folding stand fitted with natural leather straps, which folds neatly away when not in use.

The LSA Gin Grand Serving Set is the perfect gift for a gin lover or great for special occasions and gatherings. Here’s your chance to win this amazing prize.

HOW TO ENTER To enter, visit www.hartsofstur. com/competition. Closing date September 30, 2021. Over-18s and UK residents only. For full Ts&Cs visit www.hartsofstur.com/ promotional-terms-conditions.

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PERFECT PREP

T&G Acacia End Grain Tuscany Medium Rectangular Chopping Board with Finger Grooves RRP: £45.00 Harts Price: £36.00

Mason Cash In The Forest Chopping Board This attractive natural bamboo board is intricately inscribed with forest scenes.

RRP: £12.50 Harts Price: £10.00

Typhoon Monochrome Etched Pizza Board 33cm Slice up your favourite pizza on this durable natural bamboo board.

RRP: £18.00 Harts Price: £12.60

BOARD TALK Essential for prep work, the right chopping board can also double up as an attractive serving platter

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Avoid leaving wooden boards to soak for long periods when it comes to cleaning – this weakens the wood. Instead, wash gently with a cloth, warm water and gentle detergent and fully dry before putting away. Wooden boards can also be rubbed down with lemon juice and sea salt occasionally which acts as a natural sanitiser.

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Judge 29 x 20cm Granite-Effect Cutting Board Slimline and lightweight, this granite-effect board has a large carrying handle and an indented groove to stop juices spilling on to your work surface.

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Jamie Oliver Large Acacia Chopping Board From the stable of celebrity chef Jamie Oliver, this wooden board has been sourced from sustainable forests and comes with a 1-year guarantee.

RRP: £31.99 Harts Price: £24.95

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A CUT ABOVE Every chef and kitchen needs good quality knives

Stellar Sabatier 5 Piece Knife Block Set Designed equally for professionals or for use in home kitchens, these stunning knives are crafted from high-quality stainlesssteel and come with a Stellar lifetime guarantee.

RRP: £120.00 Harts Price: £64.94

Global Exclusive 3 Piece Fluted Small Blade Knife Set (GS-51, GS-52, GS-53) RRP: £419.85 Harts Price: £199.00

OVER-18s All knives and bladed products are only for sale to over-18s and require online age verification and age verification delivery. For full details visit www.hartsofstur. com/age-verification.

Henckels International 7 Piece Self Sharpening Definition Knife Block RRP: £199.00 Harts Price: £99.95

Furi Pro 6 Piece Wood Knife Block Set Harts Price £149.99

I.O.Shen Magnetic Knife Block Set Acclaimed for their exceptional blade quality, the knives in the I.O.Shen range will maintain their extraordinary sharpness for a very long time. The unique handle design distinguishes I.O.Shen from any other knife.

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OXO Good Grips Box Grater This smartly designed tool features a handy container, a lid that clicks on to the bottom and a non-slip base.

RRP: £19.00 Harts Price: £18.05

Dexam 4 Sided Box Grater 21cm This no-nonsense grater includes a brushed stainless-steel handle for a firm and comfortable hold and is dishwasher safe for easy and convenient cleaning.

RRP: £7.75 Harts Price: £6.20

GRATE EXPECTATIONS Whatever you’re grating, we have the gear

Microplane Professional Series Fine Grater Durable and with razor-sharp, non-clogging cutting edges, this patented design is a great choice for grating hard cheeses, chocolate, spices and other tough foods. Made with surgical-grade stainless-steel.

RRP: £29.95 Harts Price: £23.95 Judge Large Conical Grater RRP: £8.50 Harts Price: £6.38

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RAVE REVIEWS Ordered the Judge Conical Grater.

Arrived earlier than expected. Great eco packaging. Good solid product. Great value for money. Compact and easy to store.

Tony R To see more of what our customers have to say about us, visit wwwhartsofstur.com /reviews.

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Spin and snip Make adding herbs and healthy eating simple with these handy gadgets

OXO Good Grips Kitchen & Herb Scissors The micro-serrated blades on these scissors are ideal for cutting through meat, vegetables and the twine on your favourite roasts. The blades separate for easy cleaning and the cushioned handles absorb pressure when slicing through something tough.

RRP: £17.00 Harts Price: £16.15

OXO Good Grips Little Salad & Herb Spinner Great at spinning salads, this clever kitchen device doubles as a colander. BPA-free and dishwasher safe, the bowl has a 2.7L capacity and the basket 1.9L. RRP: £25.00 Harts Price: £23.75

Dexam 3 in 1 Bean & Herb Slicer RRP: £6.50 Harts Price: £5.20

Judge Herb Scissors Strong and durable, these scissors have a sheath for safe storage.

They come with soft-grip handles and a 25-year guarantee from Judge.

Harts Price: £8.50 Chef’n Zipstrip Herb Stripper RRP: £8.99 Harts Price: £7.50

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KitchenCraft Lancashire Vegetable Peeler Harts Price: £2.95 RRP: £3.29

Victorinox Swiss Peeler RRP: £3.99 Harts Price: £2.80

Peel AND press

MasterClass Cast Deluxe Heavy Duty Swivel ‘Y’ Shaped Peeler RRP: £10.99 Harts Price: £9.95

From peeling veg to adding garlic, the right tools make the task easy OXO Good Grips Y Peeler Harts Price: £7.60 RRP: £8.00

Master Class Cast Deluxe Heavy Duty Garlic Press RRP: £16.49 Harts Price: £14.95

Kuhn Rikon Epicurean Stainless Steel Garlic Press Ergonomically designed, this features clever bevelled holes to finely cut the clove rather than bruising it.

RRP: £49.95 Harts Price: £39.96

Sabatier Professional Garlic Press The dimpled plunger on this hard-wearing zincaluminium press helps keep waste to a minimum.

Comes with a 25-year guarantee.

RRP: £22.00 Harts Price: £11.00

Judge Satin Black Garlic Press With hanging loops for handy storage and a 25-year warranty, this press has featured on Channel Five’s cookery show, Family Food Fight With Flora.

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SPICE OF LIFE Cole & Mason Suribachi Mortar & Pestle RRP: £32.24 Harts Price: £25.79

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Add style to your table and flavour to your food with Cole & Mason

Cole & Mason Granite 14cm Pestle & Mortar RRP: £32.99 Harts Price: £14.95

HERBS AND SPICES

Cole & Mason’s superb range of kitchenware will satisfy the demands of those who like to use only the freshest ingredients and there’s a fabulous choice of mortar and pestles for grinding herbs and spices.

Cole & Mason Herb & Spice Carousel with 16 Filled Jars A great housewarming gift or present for serious cooks, this comes complete with a range of herbs and spices. The sturdy base and body ensure a smooth rotating action.

RRP: £69.99 Harts Price: £55.99

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aving garnered more than a century of knowledge, Cole & Mason know a thing or two about kitchen products. A pacesetter in producing salt and pepper mills, the English firm has applied its expertise to develop a new range of products for storing and using herbs and spices. From grinders to pourers, spice racks to shakers, each item shares the top-quality design and superior performance that characterises the Cole & Mason brand.

Cole & Mason Kingsley Herb & Spice Mill Gift Set RRP: £34.99 Harts Price: £28.00

Cole & Mason Ceramic Salt Pig RRP: £21.49 Harts Price: £17.19 WWW.HARTSOFSTUR.COM

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Cole & Mason Oil and Vinegar Flow Control Gift Set RRP: £42.99 Harts Price: £20.95

OIL AND VINEGAR

Elegant and accurate, Cole & Mason pourers are perfect for a range of sauces. An ingenious drip return system stops annoying dribbles, so the bottles can be used at the table to add a little extra dressing without the worry of spillage.

Cole & Mason Oil & Vinegar Mister RRP: £16.99 Harts Price: £13.59

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To make a flavoured oil, toast preserved chillies, garlic and/ or a herb of your choice in around 125ml of a neutral oil until it becomes aromatic. Remove from the heat and leave it to cool to room temperature.

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Control the flow by rotating the top of the pourer.

The flow control system allows you to adjust the dispense speed for accurate decanting.

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Cole & Mason Henley Stainless Steel Oil & Vinegar Pourer RRP: £24.99 Harts Price: £19.99

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SALT AND PEPPER

Keep your seasoning and spices handy with Cole & Mason’s large selection of salt and pepper mills.

Cole & Mason Regent Stemless Mills Concrete Gift Set RRP: £58.99 Harts Price: £47.19

RAVE REVIEWS These are the best salt and pepper mills I’ve owned. Very stylish and practical to use. Plus, the delivery was prompt and I loved the use of the environmentally-friendly packaging inside the box. All in all, I’m a very happy customer!

Miss M To see more of what our customers have to say about us, visit wwwhartsofstur.com /reviews.

Cole & Mason Inverta Flip Mills Gift Set This clever mill sits upside down to avoid mess on your table. The easy grinding mechanism has a lifetime guarantee and is also suitable for herbs, chillies and more.

RRP: £27.99 Harts Price: £19.94

Cole & Mason Penrose 210mm Electronic Precision Inverta Mill RRP: £53.74 Harts Price: £29.95

Cole & Mason Kew Electronic 2 in 1 Mill RRP: £42.99 Harts Price: £34.39 Cole & Mason Derwent Gourmet Precision Copper Gift Set RRP: £79.99 Harts Price: £39.95

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Stellar Cast 28cm Grill Pan RRP: £35.00 Harts Price: £24.95

Guarantee

CAST IRON F

ood isn’t the only thing that benefits from seasoning – the pans you cook with do too, as head chef Lou Condie explains.

“I’m a big fan of cast-iron pans and have 2 special ones just for steak no one else is allowed to touch!” says Lou, co-founder of Bliss Food Co in Swanage.

“Seasoning cast-iron pans is important – it has nothing to do with salt and pepper but instead involves applying many layers of oil. These are then baked on to the pan through a process called polymerisation. This maintains the naturally non-stick coating and sears meat, fish or vegetables with a unique finish.”

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Lou says her locally sourced fillet steaks receive many compliments and attributes this not just to the quality of the meat, but also to the way she cares for the pan she cooks it in.

“You get to a smoking point which tastes like chargrilled, but it’s from a pan! The smoke just seeps up through the meat, adding flavour – there’s nothing quite like it.”

Here Lou explains her seasoning method.

YOU’LL NEED: A quality unsaturated oil. Unsaturated oils are more reactive than saturated oils, making it easier for them to form a protective layer on the metal and “polymerise”. Pure, organic

flaxseed oil is commonly thought of as the best, grapeseed is another option.

A soft cloth or some paper towels Aluminium foil If you have a new pan – steel wool If you have an old pan – a stiff brush

1 Invest in a quality pan. Most new cast-iron pans can be purchased “preseasoned”, and this is a great base layer to begin with. However, it is still recommended to add layers yourself.

2 Fill a sink with hot water. Most importantly, do not add soap!

3 Wet the brush or your steel wool and

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CARE FOR CAST IRON scrub the entire pan down – every inch!

The top, bottom, sides, handle – all of it!

4 If your pan is an older version and has spots of rust, be sure to scrub down to the bare metal.

5 Dry the pan well. If you need to, you can place it over a medium heat on your stove to dry it out.

6 Once the pan is dry (and cooled) take

a little flaxseed or grapeseed oil and rub it in with your soft cloth or paper towel. Aim to coat the entire pan with a thin layer of oil across and into all parts.

Make sure any excess is wiped away.

The pan should look nearly dry once you’ve completed this step.

7 Once your pan is beautifully covered in oil, place it upside down inside your oven. Pop some aluminium foil on the

bottom rack to catch any drips and bake for 1 hour at 230C. 8 Once the pan has completely cooled off, remove from the oven.

9 Then, repeat the oil layering and baking process at least 3-5 more times.

The effort will be worth it. You should now have a glossy, naturally non-stick, black seasoning on your cast-iron pan!

HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR PAN Lou advises: • Always preheat the pan before use – cast iron takes longer to heat and you want that distribution of temperature right before you add food.

• Avoid frequent cooking of foods that are high in acidity like tomato sauces – over time they can break down the pan’s seasoning.

• When cleaning your pan, the no soap rule is fine, and a very small amount of completely natural soap will also work but is not necessary. Be brave – simply use hot water and retain the integrity of your seasoning!

• Always rinse and dry completely. If you aren’t using your pan more-or-less daily, pop unsaturated oil on it and leave it to sink in.

Lou opened Bliss Food Co with friend and business Partner Sally Poole in 2017. The eatery specialises in homemade, locally sourced dishes with meat, fish, veggie and vegan options, www.blissfood.co.uk.

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If You Care Recycled Aluminium Foil RRP: £4.95 Harts Price: £3.95 Sorbo Pack of 2 Metal Scourers RRP: £1.25 Harts Price: £0.94

Valet Pot Brush with Stiff Plant Fibre Bristles RRP: £4.50 Harts Price: £3.50

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KitchenCraft Cast Iron Grill Press RRP: £16.49 Harts Price: £14.95

Chasseur Cast Iron Matt Black Square Smooth Base Grill Pan with Fold Away Wire Handle RRP: £53.00 Harts Price: £47.70

Lodge Blacklock 12” Square Grill Pan This large skillet is made from lightweight cast iron and tripleseasoned for a natural and non-stick finish. The walls of the pan are sloped, allowing easier access for your spatula.

RRP: £164.95 Harts Price: £148.95

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KitchenCraft Deluxe Cast Iron 23cm Square Grill Pan Suitable for use on all hob types, including induction, this ribbed grill pan comes with a 15-year guarantee.

RRP: £18.79 Harts Price: £16.95

Denby Cast Iron Pavilion 25cm Griddle Pan Harts Price: £75.00

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Stellar Cast Iron 28cm Grill Pan This cast-iron pan maintains and distributes high heat superbly, resulting in excellent grilling performance. Suitable for all hob types, it has stay-cool handles and comes with a Stellar lifetime warranty.

RRP: £35.00 Harts Price: £24.95

Judge Cast Iron 22 x 22cm Grill Pan RRP: £34.00 Harts Price: £20.40 Lodge Blacklock 10 x 20” Double Burner Griddle For fans of a cooked breakfast, this is hard to beat.

Perfect for use on a stovetop, the griddle fits over two hob plates, and the large handles allow it to be lifted easily.

RRP: £164.95 Harts Price: £148.95

KitchenCraft World of Flavours Mexican Cast Iron Fajita Sizzler RRP: £25.49 Harts Price: £22.95

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THE HISTORY OF HARTS

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Our family business for more than 100 years

t the age of 17 Walter Hart, an apprentice blacksmith, joined the Royal Field Artillery as a farrier. In 1919 he was demobilised from the army and established his own blacksmith business in Sturminster Newton, just a brief canter away from where we are today.

BELOW: An early picture of Walter Hart, the founder of Harts of Stur. The original anvil and shoeing tools are on display in-store.

As Walter’s reputation and the business grew, one of his sons, Bill, joined the family business in 1941 and helped his father shoe horses, mend cart wheels and carry out other general repair work. In 1945 Walter’s second son, Eddie, finished his National Service in the RAF and joined the burgeoning family firm.

In 1949 the business outgrew the small workshop, and new premises were constructed on the fringes of a marshy area of town called Butts Pond. We still call this home to this day. Two wonderful blacksmith shops and forges, costing the princely sum of £800, were erected. Sadly, neither are still standing, but you can still see on display, in our store, one of the original anvils and shoeing tools used by Walter all those years ago.

Around the time of the new forges, a decision was made to branch out. As Eddie was never that fond of horses, he started retailing agricultural ironmongery, and manufacturing basic farm implements.

By 1973, with farrier work in decline, the manufacturing side of the business had taken off and a brand new factory was built to support this success. Harts was well regarded through the UK farming community, most famous perhaps for its yard scrapers and feed trailers, and exhibited at all the major county shows.

Eddie had created a major manufacturing business, and chose to refuse offers from leading national companies to buy him out.

He saw the greater value, like today’s generation, in seeing the family business continue.

Eddie’s son Philip joined the business in 1979 and set about transforming the retail shop from an agricultural supplier into a modern, country department store. The local hardware shop had burnt down and closed, and this was the launch pad for the retail arm of the business. The old forge buildings were demolished, and a purpose-built shop and offices were erected.

With the business growing, the store was extended in 1984 and again in 1991.

Philip always had his eye on the next big thing and, with that in mind, Harts took its first tentative steps into mail order in the early nineties. Some early success gave us the encouragement we needed, and our first trading website was launched in 1995 - one of the first operational and trading sites anywhere in the country (we had a feature written about us in the Daily Telegraph at the time).

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ABOVE: A Harts and Sons truck loaded up and ready for another delivery.

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BELOW: Harts exhibited at all the major country and agricultural shows in the UK. This shows their stand at the Royal Bath and West Show sometime during the 1970s.

Continued growth saw yet another expansion of the retail premises in Sturminster Newton in 2003. The online side of the business had proved successful but was being driven forward without a proper direction for a while until Philip’s two sons left university, and joined the family firm in 2006. Johnathan and Graham were able to bring a much greater understanding of the modern, technological world and provided the next generational drive to push forward rapidly with our online presence. The right staff and ingredients were in place, and with hard work and perseverance, as well as quick lessons learned, the internet business has grown very rapidly, becoming a well-respected, national award-winning enterprise.

Our 60,000 square foot despatch centre was completed in 2010 and a new suite of sales offices shortly after in 2013, both purpose-built to give our mail order customers the same level of service and efficiency that our store customers have enjoyed for so many years.

BELOW: Slightly closer to home, this picture was taken at the Shaftesbury and Gillingham Show, again, sometime in the 1970s.

LEFT: Kitchen magazine is not Harts first foray into publishing.

This 1992 brochure advertised the range of farm equipment they manufactured.

ABOVE: A screenshot of our first website in 1995.

Since then we have continued to grow as a business to become a leading independent retailer, recognised with a number of local and national awards. The store now encompasses many more departments, including Garden, Tools, Electrics, Camping, DIY, Giftwares, Housewares, Storage, Clothing, Bathroom and of course Kitchen, and is a wonderfully relaxing environment to shop and work in.

Our online presence has increased significantly too and a new, innovative and modern website was launched in 2018.

In 2019 we celebrated our 100th anniversary with a series of in-store events and promotions themed around family and food. After 40 years in the business, Philip decided it was also a fitting time to relinquish his custodianship of the business. Philip’s son, Graham, has taken on the role of MD with his other son, Johnathan, becoming finance director. In 2021, work completed on an ambitious redevelopment of our store and garden department, with the addition of a coffee shop.

ABOVE: The newly completed garden department offers a light and airy shopping environment.

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HANG AROUND

SEE+ SHOP Browse our wide range of indoor and outdoor gardening accessories in-store or online at www.hartsofstur.com.

Burgon & Ball Hanging Pot Baby Bombino Trio Harts Price: £23.99

Burgon & Ball’s pretty pots and hanging planters will enhance your home

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lants can instantly transform a room but the right pots and planters make such a difference too. Burgon & Ball’s charming Bombino Hanging Pot Trio is our choice this summer. These indoor hanging pots can either be displayed separately around the home, or for maximum impact, hung in groups of 3 at different heights.

Measuring just 9cm in diameter, these glazed, stoneware pots are ideal for mini plants and succulents and come presented in a recyclable printed gift box. Other options from the range include pots for succulents, which come in a choice of 3 shades, steel herb pots for your kitchen windowsill and a mini vase trio; perfect for showing off small blooms or just for decoration.

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Burgon & Ball Dotty Mini Vase Trio Harts Price: £19.99 Burgon & Ball Florence Succulent Pot - Blue Harts Price: £7.00

Burgon & Ball 3 Herb Pots in a Leather Handled Tray - Stone Harts Price: £23.99

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CUSTOMER INFORMATION

ABOUT HARTS Whether you buy online or from our shop, we pride ourselves on excellent levels of service.

Award-Winning Customer Service We are extremely proud of our award-winning customer service, with staff who go above and beyond for our customers. The high number of extremely positive reviews we have as a business are a testament to this and our customers continue to rate us incredibly highly for our service.

Easy Returns We have an easy, no-quibble returns policy. We are more than happy to help in the event of any issues with products; either items that are damaged or faulty, or are simply unwanted. Give us a call or send an email and our friendly team will be on hand to assist.

Competitive Prices & Price Match Independent Family Business We are an independent, fourth-generation family business that has been trading for more than 100 years. Our heritage as a family business is important to us and we constantly strive to improve.

Buying online at www.hartsofstur.com

We endeavour to ensure that our prices are competitive and fair. In the event that you find a price cheaper elsewhere, we operate a price match where, if we can match it, we will.

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 When you buy online, you want to know that you’re buying from a trusted seller. Our entire website is fully secure, ensuring that your personal information is kept safe when you buy from us. You can tell this from the padlock showing in the URL bar of your browser.

Payment Options We work hard to make shopping with us as easy as possible. That’s why we have multiple options for payment. We accept all major credit cards (including American Express through PayPal). You can also checkout with PayPal, or with Apple Pay.

Free, Fast Delivery We endeavour to pick, pack and despatch all orders placed before midday on the same day. We offer free, next-working-day delivery to UK mainland addresses on all orders over £50. A number of alternative delivery options are also available, full details of which can be found on the delivery information page on our website.

Eco-Friendly Packaging We try to reduce our environmental impact wherever possible. We reuse cardboard boxes where we are able to do so, and our packing filler is an eco-friendly, biodegradable “green-fill”. This can be reused, composted, or dissolved down the sink - how many retailers can say that?

On-Site Warehouse We take great care when packing all parcels to ensure they reach you in perfect condition. With the exception of a few items that are shipped directly from the manufacturer, all products ordered on our website are despatched from our on-site warehouse. We do not employ any thirdparty fulfilment services, meaning we can maintain our quality control levels to the highest standards.

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. For full details visit www.hartsofstur.com/blog/ ordering-a-kitchen-knife-using-online-age-verification.

Visit our shop

Our store is located in the North Dorset market town of Sturminster Newton. You can find us on Station Road, but if you get lost, just ask anyone “Where’s Harts?” for directions!

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.

Award-Winning Family Business Here are some of our latest achievements:

Excellence in Housewares Awards 2020 Finalist Excellence in Online Retailing & Excellence in Retailer Initiative Good Retail Awards 2020 - Bricks ‘n’ Clicks Winner Housewares Innovation Awards 2020 - Best Family Business

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World of Flavours Italian Pizza Stone Set with 32cm Stone, Stand and Pizza Cutter RRP: £21.99 Harts Price: £9.95

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