Relishes, Pickles & Chutneys

I frequently get asked "What is the difference between a Relish, a Pickle and a Chutney?" It’s easier to describe them on a scale of sweetness than anything else; all three need sugar and vinegar as their main means of preservative – just in different quantities. The Relish is the sharp, fresh flavoured one, and although it does contain sugar, it is proportionally only a small amount. The Pickle is not as sharp as the relish and is less sweet than the chutney. So you have probably guessed by now, the Chutney is the sweetest of the savoury preserves and is with out doubt, the most popular sort that I make!