Episode 18: Spuds

After the wettest July in memory, Tommy and his colleague Dickie are lamenting the impact the weather has had on their crops - and they're trying to find the positives. While the haul of Meadowsweet and ripe Strawberries are lower than hoped, the tomatoes, root vegetables, and berries are continuing to flourish.We learn about the role that Meadowsweet plays in Tommy's recipes. And Dickie has his own ideas for how tomato growers can make the most of their bumper haul.And Tommy is joined by the self proclaimed 'Potato Queen' Poppy O'Toole, to explore her love of the humble spud, how she built her following, and who her ultimate dinner guest would be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Black Swan isn't like any other restaurant. Michelin-starred chef Tommy Banks uses Seasonal ingredients, sourced from his very own family farm, to create the award winning dishes which live long in the memory.Tommy has never revealed the secrets behind his delicious creations, but now - with the help of celebrity guests - he's opening the doors to show exactly how his Seasonal menu is made. In each episode he welcomes a special guest to give him a hand on the farm or in the kitchen, we profile some Seasonal produce, give listeners tips on what they can cook and prepare at home, and we have a delicious discussion with our guests about their love of all things food. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.