Petersham Nurseries in Richmond, south-west London, is a lifestyle destination in an idyllic riverside setting, selling a wide variety of plants and beautifully crafted wares for the home and garden, and offering seasonal food made with quality ingredients. Petersham is a family-run business, reflecting the beliefs and values of Francesco and Gael Boglione and their children, Lara, Anna, Harry and Ruby; in particular, their passion for organic gardening, culinary excellence and ethical sourcing. Now, as the family sets out on a new venture with the opening of Petersham Nurseries Covent Garden, they reflect on their story so far, and share some of their inspirations and favourite recipes in this delightful book. Gael and Francesco start by recalling the beginnings of the business, recounting their 20 years in Richmond and providing insight into how they have always tried to run Petersham as an extension of the adjoining family home. The main part of the book is arranged into four seasonal chapters, each exploring what happens at the nursery at that time of year, an aspect of the Petersham philosophy, and the particular interests of the Boglione children and the contributions that they have made to the family business. A carefully chosen selection of recipes concludes each season. With stunning photographs throughout by Andrew Montgomery, as well as images from the family's archive, Petersham Nurseries is both the captivating story of a special, tranquil place and, in sharing the Bogliones' enthusiasm for living and eating well, an inspirational guide to appreciating nature, beauty and simplicity.
