Those plums are truly gorgeous.
Plums are one fruit that was always grown here, at least a few types are hardy enough and must have been brought by settlers. But I'm told those old plum varieties are very susceptible to black knot, so they are no longer popular for growing.
Speaking of brandy, yesterday afternoon I saw the first chanterelles are up in my garden. I was remembering my favorite recipe, that is to cook them in olive oil/ bay leaf and ginger, some honey added and a splash of brandy. Used to always have brandy or cognac around for cooking, but l never have any these days. I bet plum brandy would suit really well.
