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The Artisan Kitchen Christmas Gift Guide.

Christmas marmalade by the artisan kitchen
September 28th, 2026
A little Christmas inspiration from chef Sarah Churchill’s Gloucestershire kitchen. Discover beautifully presented gift packs, vintage Champagne Christmas Marmalade, spirited preserves and subscriptions, plus delicious ideas for the festive...
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Plum Jam Sausage Rolls with Cheddar & Sage

Pork Sausage rolls with cheddar and Blaisdon Red plum jam by the artisan kitchen
August 24th, 2026
These Blaisdon Red Plum Jam™ Cheddar and Sage Sausage Rolls are rich, savoury and deeply comforting. The plum jam brings a gentle fruitiness and acidity that cuts through the pork and mature Cheddar, while fresh sage adds warmth and depth. Wrapped in crisp, golden puff...
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Greengage Jam & Pistachio Tart Recipe | The Artisan Kitchen

greengage jam tart
August 14th, 2026
A crisp, golden puff pastry tart layered with creamy pistachio mascarpone and generous spoonfuls of fragrant greengage jam. Finished with bright green pistachio slivers and a light dusting of icing sugar, this elegant seasonal tart makes the delicate, honeyed flavour of greengages the...
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How Experts Taste Marmalade | A Chef’s Guide

a spoon of the artisan kitchen marmalade
July 14th, 2026
Discover how experts taste marmalade, from citrus aroma and peel texture to sweetness, bitterness, set and finish. Award-winning chef Sarah Churchill shares a practical guide to recognising quality and comparing different marmalade...
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Marmalade Cocktails: A Chef’s Guide

lemon vanilla vodka marmalade spritz
June 11th, 2026
A chef’s guide to using marmalade in cocktails, from Breakfast Martinis and Whisky Sours to Negronis, Aperol spritzes, espresso martini-style drinks and alcohol-free...
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Marmalade Glazed Halloumi

marmalade glazed halloumi
June 7th, 2026
A quick and delicious marmalade glazed halloumi salad made with Sorrento Lemon Marmalade, roasted new potatoes and a creamy citrus dressing. Inspired by Emily Lloyd's original recipe using...
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Morello Cherry Jam Muffins

single Morello cherry jam muffin
June 6th, 2026
These soft, golden Morello Cherry Jam Muffins are filled with a glossy cherry centre and finished with a light dusting of icing sugar. An easy homemade bake that's perfect for afternoon tea, coffee breaks and weekend...
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Rhubarb Jam Cheesecake Pots

The Artisan Kitchen Rhubarb jam in vanilla cheesecake pots in glass jars
June 3rd, 2026
Make easy no-bake rhubarb jam cheesecake pots with creamy vanilla cheesecake, buttery biscuit crumbs and a glossy rhubarb jam...
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What Makes an Award-Winning Marmalade?

Great Taste Awards promotional card with jam jar and orange theme
June 2nd, 2026
What separates a good marmalade from an award-winning marmalade? Sarah Churchill shares what judges look for, why balance matters, and the small details that transform a marmalade from ordinary to...
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What Is Morello Cherry Jam : A Chef’s Guide

jar of the artisan kitchen morello cherry jam and fresh cherries
May 2nd, 2026
Morello cherry jam is a rich, fruit-led preserve made with naturally sour cherries. This chef’s guide explores its distinctive flavour, how it differs from sweeter cherry jams, and how to choose a beautifully balanced...
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Why Is Marmalade Called Marmalade

a jar of summer citrus marmade with aperol on a sunny countera
April 18th, 2026
Why is marmalade called marmalade? The answer begins not with oranges, but with quince. Here’s the story behind one of Britain’s most distinctive...
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Why Seville Oranges Make the Best Marmalade

seville oranges on a tree
April 17th, 2026
For centuries marmalade makers have relied on one fruit above all others: the Seville orange. Its balance of bitterness, fragrance, acidity and natural pectin gives marmalade its unmistakable character and its beautifully structured...
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Why Seville Oranges Make Exceptional Marmalade

Award-winning Seville orange marmalade
April 5th, 2026
Why are Seville oranges so highly prized by marmalade makers? Discover how their aromatic peel, natural pectin, refreshing acidity and distinctive bitterness create traditional marmalade’s unmistakable flavour and...
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Pink Gin Marmalade Madeleine’s

marmalade madeleine cakes
March 28th, 2026
These pink gin marmalade madeleines are soft, buttery and lightly glazed for a bright citrus finish. A lovely bake for spring gatherings, afternoon tea or a quiet coffee...
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The History Of Marmalade

Seville Orange Marmalade jar by The Artisan Kitchen
March 10th, 2026
The history of marmalade is a fascinating story that stretches from quince preserves in Portugal to the bright Seville orange marmalade served on British breakfast tables...
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What Is Marmalade? Jam vs Marmalade Explained

a selection of the artisan kitchen marmalades on a sunny counter
March 8th, 2026
Jam and marmalade are often grouped together, yet they are quite different preserves. Understanding the difference helps explain why marmalade has such a distinctive flavour, texture and tradition in British...
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What Makes a Truly Great Marmalade

Seville orange marmalade in jars by the artisan kitchen
March 5th, 2026
Few breakfast traditions feel as distinctly British as a good jar of marmalade. The combination of bright citrus, gentle bitterness and glossy preserve has been enjoyed for...
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Rhubarb Jam & White Chocolate Blondies

rhubarb jam and white chocolate blondies
February 26th, 2026
These blondies are built around our award-winning rhubarb jam, handmade in small batches using beautifully pink forced rhubarb. Cooked slowly in copper pans, the fruit retains its natural brightness and gentle sharpness, creating a jam that is fresh, vibrant and beautifully...
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Mandarin Marmalade Jaffa Cakes

Stack of mandarin marmalade Jaffa cakes with glossy chocolate tops
February 20th, 2026
Soft, fluffy sponge, a bright layer of our Mandarin Marmalade, and a crisp snap of dark chocolate. Homemade Jaffa cakes are one of those bakes that feel instantly nostalgic, but using real fruit marmalade makes them taste fresher, fruitier, and properly...
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Seville Orange Season: From Orchard to World’s Best Marmalade

Double Gold Awarded Marmalade | The Artisan Kitchen | World Marmalade Awards
January 27th, 2026
Seville orange season is the moment our kitchen waits for all year. From organic fruit sourced from a single Spanish orchard to small-batch, open-pan cooking in Gloucester, this is the story of how our marmalades are made, why bitterness matters, and how one jar went...
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Artisan Jam vs Supermarket Jam

The artisan kitchen spoon of Blaisdon red plum jam
November 4th, 2025
There is jam, and then there is jam. At first glance they share a shelf. Glass jars, bright labels, pictures of fruit. Yet the journey inside each spoonful can be entirely different.One is made to honour flavour, tradition, and time. The other is made to...
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Tutti Frutti Jam Milkshake

Strawberry milkshake topped with whipped cream, a spoonful of jam, and colourful sprinkles, served in a tall glass on a white wooden table with fresh strawberries and potted plants in the background
September 22nd, 2025
A creamy Tutti Frutti Jam Milkshake topped with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a swirl of jam – fruity, fun, and ready in...
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Sorrento Lemon Marmalade Fizz

a glass of sorrento lemon marmalade fizz on a sunny counter
September 21st, 2025
A bright Sorrento Marmalade Spritz with our Sorrento Lemon Marmalade, prosecco, and soda. Easy, bittersweet, sunny and ready in five...
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Damson Jam Victoria Sandwich

Victoria sponge cake filled with The Artisan Kitchen jam and cream
September 21st, 2025
Light sponge, whipped cream, and glossy damson jam — this Victoria Sandwich is a timeless teatime cake that’s as simple as it is...
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🍒 Morello Cherry Jam Crumble Bars

Morello cherry jam crumble bars by the artisan kitchen
July 13th, 2025
Buttery, crumbly and bursting with rich Morello cherry jam – these easy crumble bars are the perfect bake-anytime treat. No pitting, no fuss, just pure jammy joy. Serve with coffee, ice cream or straight from the tin. 🍒 Get the full recipe on our blog...
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Apple Crumble Loaf Cake With Toffee Apple Jam

toffee apple jam apple crumble loaf cake
April 13th, 2025
There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about the flavours of a classic apple crumble. This loaf cake captures that cosy feeling in every slice, pairing a soft, spiced sponge with a generous swirl of our award-winning Toffee Apple...
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Citrus Marmalade Martini Recipe

The Artisan Kitchen Lime Lemon Vanilla Marmalade citrus marmalade Martin in a cocktail glassi
April 12th, 2025
Crafted with The Artisan Kitchen Lime, Lemon & Vanilla Marmalade Looking for a cocktail that’s refreshingly bright yet luxuriously smooth? This Citrus Marmalade Martini is your answer. Combining sharp citrus notes with a delicate vanilla undertone....
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The Artisan Kitchen Featured on James Martin’s Saturday Morning

chef james Martin featuring the artisan kitchen sarah churchill
April 10th, 2025
What happens when a classically trained chef swaps fine dining for fruit preserves? You get Sarah Churchill – the award-winning jam and marmalade maker behind The Artisan Kitchen in Gloucestershire. Featured on James Martin’s Saturday Morning, Sarah shared her journey from London’s most iconic kitchens to...
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What Makes Blood Orange Marmalade So Special?

The artisan kitchen Tarocco Blood Orange Marmalade on a white concrete countertop
April 16th, 2024
Join us on a flavour-filled journey into the world of Blood Orange Marmalade — a zesty, vibrant preserve that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. From hand-picked fruit to small-batch perfection, every jar we create at The Artisan Kitchen is a celebration of flavour, tradition,...
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Great Taste Awards Golden Forks 2022

the artisan kitchen collection of great taste golden forks
September 7th, 2022
The Artisan Kitchen celebrated a remarkable double win in 2022. Its Blaisdon Red Plum Jam™ received the Golden Fork for the South West, while the Gloucester preserve kitchen was named Small Artisan Producer of the...
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The Artisan Kitchen Wins Small Artisan Producer of the Year 2019

small artisan producer of the year 2019
September 9th, 2019
Following a record-breaking 12,772 entries judged over 75 days, Great Taste, the world’s most revered food and drink awards, has reached its grand finale for 2019. The Great Taste Small Artisan Producer of the Year award was presented to Artisan Kitchen from Gloucester at the...
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The Artisan Kitchen’s Great Taste Awards Success in 2019

small artisan producer of the year 2019
August 5th, 2019
The Artisan Kitchen celebrated an extraordinary 2019, with 16 Great Taste Awards across its handmade preserves, including four three-star winners. The year culminated in Sarah Churchill’s Gloucester kitchen being named Small Artisan Producer of the...
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The Great Taste Stars Are Out For Artisan Kitchen

The artisan kitchen Espresso martini marmalade on a white concrete countertop
July 28th, 2016
Great Taste, the world’s most coveted blind-tasted food awards, which celebrates the very best in food and drink, has announced the Great Taste stars of 2016. Out of 10,000 products to be judged, The Artisan Kitchen in Gloucester was awarded 5 x 1-star & 4...
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Double Gold & World’s Best Marmalade for Artisan Kitchen.

The Artisan Kitchen marmalade awards double gold
March 19th, 2016
The Artisan Kitchen’s Seville Orange Marmalade Italian Orange Bitters traces its story back to a Double Gold win at the World’s Original Marmalade Awards 2016, where Sarah Churchill’s Gloucester kitchen was recognised among the world’s finest marmalade...
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Three handcrafted Artisan Kitchen preserves with fruit and trees

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