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We’re both particularly fond of the hard Swiss cheeses so were delighted to find one that we weren’t familiar with at the market today.

A lovely brisk walk to start the day followed by a quick Instagram Live to introduce the first of the 6 bottles in the festive tasting case.

Sunday. A day of rest and relaxation. At least that’s what is should be. We do try to have some kind of routine.

A relatively new wine to us this is a lovely Vouvray that you should look out for. Some of Domaine d’Orfeuille’s wines are available in the US.

Following the outcry from independent shop owners around France, Jean Castex announced new measures last last night.

The tomatoes are tasting amazing now and our potager is providing a steady supply of cherry tomatoes on the vine, Abracadabra (green) and San Marzano.

The grapes are starting to form and after two weeks of almost daily rain, the weather has settled and things are looking brighter.

The internet flickered back on this morning. Just for a brief moment the livebox starting winking at me and then… it was gone again.

I think I could write a book about Nigel’s dreams. His dreams are far more exotic and exciting than mine although they’re more like nightmares than dreams.

I had the best night’s sleep last night. Was it due to the fact that I got up at half five yesterday morning? Was it the 6km walk through the vineyards?

My yesterday’s bread was not voted the favourite so far it has to be said. It rose well and has great flavour but seems a bit dry.

Vines are hardy plants that will grow in the most unlikely of places. Does that mean that we can make wine anywhere in the world?