When I started writing this blog one of the things I wanted to explore was the whole idea of cooking with flowers.

I LOVE cooking and have been collecting recipes and experimenting with flower cookery for the last 10 years. The facination began when I started growing vegetables on an allotment in the borough of Richmond upon Thames. Many of the vegetables and herbs that I was growing were in flower before I had a chance to pick them and they always looked so beautiful!

It seems I'm not alone in my interest as this great article by Alison Tyler in today's Independent newspaper suggests!

Tasty buds:From hibiscus to honeysuckle, flowers are springing up on all the best menus

I'm planning a party at the end of July and I now know that my theme will be a fusion of flowers and food. This is also a fabulous idea for a uniquely fragrant wedding don't you think?

Any recipe suggestions gratefully received!

This scented rose arrangement is magical for an intimate dinner in a private dining room.