Unearthing the stories of HomeThyme Cottage Foods
Welcome to our blog, where we share the heart and soul behind HomeThyme Cottage Foods. Dive into the daily life on our smallholding, discover the passion behind our homemade jams and chutneys, and get to know the animals that call this place home. We’re here to answer your curiosities and bring you closer to the goodness we create, showcasing our care and dedication to traditional values with a modern touch.
Life on the smallholding: our animal family
Join us as we give you an insider's look into the daily lives of our cherished animals – from our heritage pork and happy lambs to our busy chickens and waddling ducks. Learn about their natural diets, their comfortable housing, and the meticulous care we provide to ensure they thrive. It’s this dedication that allows us to produce the very best natural meat and delicious, fresh eggs. Discover the hard work that goes into our animal care, from egg hatching to daily routines, and how we ensure their well-being every step of the way.
The art of homemade: our jams & chutneys
Step into our kitchen and discover the craft behind our award-winning jams, chutneys, and pickles. We pride ourselves on maintaining a Level 5 hygiene rating for over four years, ensuring every jar is prepared with the utmost care. Our traditional batch cooking method, using homegrown and foraged ingredients from our smallholding, guarantees that authentic, irresistible taste you've come to love from HomeThyme Cottage Foods. We'll share our jam-making secrets and the joy of creating delicious preserves.
Beyond the harvest: growing and creating
Our days are filled with everything from tending to our vegetable patches and compost making, to the exciting moments of egg hatching and the busy hum of jam making. We're a small team, often working outdoors, embracing a lifestyle that blends age-old country traditions with the best of modern practices. It’s this unique blend – like a granny with a computer next to a rolling pin, or a grandad with a phone in a puddle in the pig run – that defines our commitment to quality and care. We also share news from our bed and breakfast, offering a complete HomeThyme experience.
“The care and dedication at HomeThyme Cottage Foods are truly exceptional. You can taste the passion in every product, and their commitment to their animals and produce is inspiring. It’s more than just food; it’s a way of life that you can trust and truly feel.”
A loyal customer from Wisbech