Journal

At the table: Autumnal apple, pear and hazelnut spiced crumble

This recipe is a firm favourite, coming into rotation every year in autumn time. We like to tweak it each time we make it, playing around with dif...

The name behind the brand

When it came to naming Barton Croft, I wanted something with meaning to me whilst also being indicative of what the brand is all about. Inspired by...

At the table: Butternut squash, spinach and bacon frittata

We’re almost half way through February, and as the daylight begins to last longer, we start craving lighter food. This butternut squash, spinach...

Kitchen style: simple, muted spaces

Recently I’ve been inspired by these calming spaces in a muted colour palette, with warmth and texture from natural materials such as wood, stone, ...

Kitchen style: How to introduce warmth this winter

In the run up to Christmas, the kitchen becomes the undeniable heart of the home. From roast turkey debacles to keeping the children busy with some...

3 ways to use the Barton Croft hand bowl

Aptly named, the Barton Croft hand bowl has been hand spun to a shape that will fit perfectly into your palm. With its simple form and durability, ...

5 simple ways to live slowly

Born out of a resistance against the ‘busyness’ of modern life, slow living feels like a relatively recent term, but it has been in effect for thou...

At the table: Mindful mealtimes

Food might be an essential part of life, but eating is a much more meaningful and symbolic experience than just the desire to survive. In cultures...

How to style your table for a relaxed dinner party

As the cold weather sets in, we’re becoming increasingly more excited about retreating indoors and into the comfort of home. And what better way to...

Kitchen style: The Aga

The kitchen is a social space, a place people come together to enjoy a home-cooked meal or a cup of tea. Merging traditional interior design with ...

The art of now

Connection is one of the most innate and fulfilling concepts human beings strive for. Whether that’s with other people, our surroundings or even ou...

An ethical and sustainable gift guide for Christmas

The festive month has officially begun and although we advocate simplicity and making memories every single day, we can't help but feel this is a p...