We have our winners...

Well, what a fantastic lunch that was. Devilled lambs kidneys on toasted country bread, Suffolk pork chop with bubble and squeak, and chocolate pudding with marmalade icecream. I need to sleep now.

The occasion was a get-together of the judges in the Countryside Alliance's Awards. The Awards are a great initiative and I really enjoy being one of the national judges - although most of the hard work has already been done by the time I get involved.

I've heard lots of fantastic stories of successful rural businesses. Will let you know who the winners are as soon as I can...

Don't get the wrong idea here, incidentally. My job isn't one big jolly. I very rarely go out for lunch. Naturally, I could be persuaded to change this...