Elvis Costello is quoted as saying: "Writing about music is like dancing about architecture - it's a really stupid thing to want to do." but ignoring this advice a short series of articles will try to record a little of Our Musical Heritage. Part  2 Live at the Fishmongers Arms…

Since we opened The Step we've been lucky enough to work with some incredibly talented and inspirational people - musicians, designers, comedians and crafters to name but a few. So I've decided to get out and about each week, have a natter with people and try and bring their stories to life.

First up, I went to see Sean from  Cannon & Cannon who we have worked with since The Step began and provide the cured meats for our British Charcuterie Board and our…

Can anyone recommend a plumber for me before I become a health hazard?

Preferably one in the area.  Thanks!

A couple of weeks ago at the Enfield Show I was chatting briefly to the team

from Depaul UK, Britain's biggest youth homelessness charity, about Enfield Lodgings the innovative scheme to help homeless young people get back on track. Meghan Read from De Paul has been in touch with more information about the…

This is a book review for a great book which tells you how to make jam in the microwave.   The beauty of it is that you can make just one pot if you like!  Last year I made a variety fo exotic jams and gave them to friends as Christmas gifts.   Living around here is handy because our local shops sell a good variety of fruits like loose dates and figs.  The book also gives recipes for delicious chutneys, spiced cheeses, and frozen summer fruits.

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It's that time of the year again - time to get pickling!   Here's some recipes I posted on line - the courgette one is really good!  

http://suite101.com/article/make-at-home-three-fall-pickle-recipes-a145868

I need some pickling jars as I've run out of jam jars - maybe that catering shop in Myddleton Road has some?