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Libbi's avatar

If we’re going to shout out the farmers wives, I think we need to mention the modern farmers wife Helen Rebanks (wife of James Rebanks, and mother of four, in the Lake District) ❤️

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Rose's avatar

Love this. Thank you. I'm in France now and wish like mad my french husband had a maman or mamie who cooked... alas as much as I love her, she is well-known as an absolutely terrible cook! Heart-breaking for this food lover 🤣

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Rosie Sherwood's avatar

Making pies and tarts is my favourite kind of baking. Loved this letter. Lots of great tips and things to try! Thank you

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Faisal's avatar

I’m never not inspired reading your newsletters Nicola. Thank you 🙂

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Emily's avatar

Some genius practical tips here!

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emma w's avatar

This is absolutely amazing. A delight, and I say that as someone who is totally happy making shortcrust but LOVED seeing this french mamie doing it

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Michele Foo's avatar

Made this today. Pastry was pretty easy to make and held together well which is a feat given i live in a country where it’s constantly 30C and hotter. It lacked richness and tasted a bit flat though. Also the apples weren’t sweet enough with just 1 tbsp of sugar sprinkled on top. All in all, a little disappointing.

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Thrift View Bakery's avatar

This is just what I needed for my incoming apricots I’ve just ordered! Thank you!

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Monika Schmikal's avatar

Thank you, wonderful recipe!! We love it!!!🤩

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