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When entertaining guests there ’ s nothing quite like welcoming them in from the December chill outside than with a hot toddy such as mulled wine . Mulled wine is also a lovely festive treat to enjoy with our closest ones at home after returning from a chilly winter walk or a hard day ’ s work !
insideKENT ’ s Marvellous Mulled Wine
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Serves : 12
THE GOODS SHED
The Goods Shed , Canterbury www . thegoodsshed . co . uk
A farmers ’ market , food hall and restaurant all rolled into one . Goods Shed will not only provide you with a bustling open farmer ’ s market to feast your senses upon , but also an award-winning restaurant which makes the perfect viewing platform to witness the hustle and bustle of this fabulous food metropolis after you ’ ve completed your shop . A great location to buy English wines sourced from local vineyards , you can purchase any treats that have you salivating for more at the in-house butchers , fishmongers , veg stall , bakery , cheesemongers , charcuterie or wine store . Slowproved loaves are drawn from the ovens in the bakery throughout the day and meat is freshly prepared in the butchery to be cooked in the open kitchen or outside on the grill .
Worgan ’ s Farm Shop www . worgans . co . uk
Authentic butchery at its best . Worgans has a great selection of fresh veg and a brilliant fish counter , as well as expert butchers that are on hand to answer any questions you might have and advise you with the best tips on how to cook your Kentish meat .
Gibsons Farm Shop , Wingham near Canterbury www . gibsonsfarmshop . com
A true example of a traditional farm shop that has evolved into a foodie ’ s delight , Gibsons has a glorious deli counter stocked with homemade goodies , shelves bursting with bright fruit and vegetables as well as meticulously sourced artisan products .
Marden Farm Shop , Marden www . mardenfarmshop . co . uk
Situated in the heart of the glorious Kentish Weald , Marden Farm Shop specialises in fine produce , both locally grown and locally sourced . Their array of stock includes vegetables and fruit , organic alternatives , breads , cheeses , creams and milk , free-range eggs , homemade cakes , preserves , chutneys and pickles as well as deli items and nibbles . A great place to purchase all your fresh Kent veggies and more .
Haven Farm Shop , Sutton Valence www . facebook . com / havenfarmshop
Dedicated to stocking luscious fresh fruit and vegetables as well as fine foods , drinks and confectionery from local and Kent-based companies , Haven Farm Shop is indeed a countryside haven to delight in .
Ingredients :
• 4 lemons
• 2 large oranges
• 2x 750ml bottles of red wine ( preferably from a Kentish vineyard )
• 2 pints of water
• 16 cloves
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 4 star anise
• 175g of sugar
• 8 tablespoons of brandy
Method :
1 . Peel the zest , as thin as you can , from two of the lemons and one of the oranges . Thinly slice the remaining orange and one lemon , then quarter the slices and put aside to save for a garnish .
2 . Squeeze the juice from the three remaining lemons and the zested orange .
3 . Pour the wine , water and citrus juices into a large pan and add the cloves , cinnamon sticks and star anise .
4 . Bring to a simmer , then cover and keep just below that heat for one hour .
5 . Stir in the sugar , then strain .
6 . Stir in the brandy just before stirring , add the reserved orange and lemon slices and serve hot .
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