The Hive Beach Blog

In countries with four seasons, one of the best ways to celebrate warmer weather is with a picnic. Perhaps it's the sheer trust you place in the weather not to...

The naga chilli is no ordinary spice – it is the beating heart of a culture, a Guiness World Record holder and a culinary curiosity.   The History of Naga...

The United Kingdom certainly has some of the world’s most quirky and silly town names – not in an inelegant way, rather, it adds a layer of charm to the...

Halibut is a truly enormous flat fish and can be found in great numbers off the Dorset coast during the autumnal months. This enables us to serve fresh, locally caught...

Potato crisps (patatas fritas) have a crunch that’s irresistibly delicious — a bit like scoffing a bag of pistachios. You know the feeling: once you start, you just can’t stop!...

Everyone has their own idea of what Boxing Day should look like. But after indulging in all the comforting classics Christmas has to offer, many of us start craving something...

The best thing about seafood dishes is that the ingredients speak for themselves. With a lot of fish based dishes, tossing fish in a pan or roasting it in the...

At the Hive, seasoning is never an afterthought — it’s where flavour begins. This ultimate sea salt blend is our quiet workhorse, used across fish, vegetables and meats to lift...

What’s even more special than a hamper? One where the contents have been carefully considered and tailored to the recipient. A thoughtfully curated hamper is a wonderful way to show...

1. John Torode’s Crab Linguine Pasta This vibrant crab linguine is light, fresh and full of seaside flavour. Sweet crab meat, lemon, chilli and herbs come together to make a...

Paella is a famous Spanish dish that fosters moments of togetherness. In Valencia (where this dish originates and is officially called Paella Valenciana), paella is found in abundance — often...

A cocktail is a beautiful way to add to the good cheer of Christmas and New Year’s. After all the careful planning, cooking and gift-buying, a well-made drink is a...