We love growing Aviditas tomatoes which are a cherry plum, we choose grafted plants as they give us such a large crop. They are equally good cooked or raw, are simplicity itself to freeze, just pop them whole into freezer bags and taste absolutely delicious, I think they are even nicer than a piccolo.

This time of year makes my heart sing with happiness as I squirrel away many pounds of tomatoes ready for hearty stews, ragus and soups with which to chase the winter blues away. You can’t beat home grown toms nestled in your freezer come January.