Rhubarb time

The rhubarb in the cookery school garden is looking glorious this season, with long, pretty, pink stems that I can turn into delicious treats: jams, rhubarb fool, rhubarb gin and of course, some great baking. I am delighted that my garden is starting to come to life again. I love the beginning of the growing season as I get to work with rhubarb. It blends with so many great flavours, like strawberries, oranges or almonds as well as spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. While I love the flavour of rhubarb, I think I am always doubly excited to see it in the garden, as it really is the first sign that spring is here and summer is on the way!

Ballyknocken House and Cookery School, ballyknocken.ie