River Cottage

As you would expect, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's website is fresh faced and full of rugged charm, urging you to take the Road to River Cottage. These are not directions but a summary of his beliefs in the way forward getting the consumer to look at his relationship to food, understanding food's provenance and questioning its origin. Hugh wants everyone to embrace the seasons, buy seasonally and avoid prepacked food where possible.


There is more to the site than the above and as time progresses the archive of recipes will have a search facility. There is news too of events, practical days with the River Cottage team covering subjects such as Pig in a Day, Lamb & Mutton. These help you get to grips with a carcass and the cuts of meat and what to do with them. The day courses are suitable for small holders and food lovers alike.


A number of evening events are planned, which include Seasonal Feasts. On arrival, the RC team give you the background on the food you are going to eat; why they have chosen it and where they have sourced the ingredients. You then watch a demonstration on how each course has been prepared. During the demonstration, the guests are encouraged to participate in a discussion on food relate3d issues. And then you can FEAST.


Check Hugh's recommendations for What's Good Now or click into Edible Projects, which are life enhancing. Consider growing vegetables in your garden or rearing animals. The RC Forums are busy and you just need to register to take part. By doing this, you will also receive newsletters. His books can also be purchased online and are signed by the great man himself.


Hugh has teamed up with BigBarn to help find your nearest producers. If you're inspired by Hugh to grow your own or start a community garden, the landshare.net website allows you to set one up.