Cheesy does it
The Northumberland Cheese Company’s goats’ cheese is award-winning and must be stocked in the Appetite kitchen at all times. The goats’ milk is sourced from a herd in Yorkshire and used to produce the traditional Elsdon and the beautifully smoked Chesterwood. Both from £4.50 (150g) at www.northumberlandcheese.co.uk/goats-cheese
Decaf delight
This limited-edition Kenyan decaf from Baristocracy has become a go-to when we want a filter coffee at home in the afternoon without the full caffeine dose. Full of orange zest and dark cocoa flavours, it is available online and in the roastery in North Shields priced at £14 for 250g. www.baristocracycoffee.com
Apple of our eye
A perfect pick me up, this small-batch apple juice from Northumbrian Harvest is made from apples grown in heritage orchards in the heart of Northumberland. You’ll find it in several of our favourite retailers and farm shops, including Blagdon Farm Shop, where it is available in 250ml (£3.59) and 750ml (£6.99) bottles. www.theblagdonfarmshop.co.uk
Easter treats
A treat at any time of year – particularly Easter as we celebrate the flavours and sunshine of springtime – a Carruthers & Kent hamper can be customised to your preferences at the Gosforth enoteca. Starting with wine from the fantastic global offering, you can add cheese, chutneys, crackers and lots more to make a stunning gift for a loved one or yourself. The hamper pictured is £80, and any size hamper can be custom built for you. www.carruthersandkent.com
Honey, honey
A fantastic taste of the region’s countryside, this super-clear Northumberland Honey comes from the Glantlees Farm in Newton on the Moor and has become a firm favourite in our morning rotation. A 454g jar is £9.40 at The Cheese Room at Alnwick Deli. @alnwickcheeseroom on Instagram
