It is so easy to pick up fruits at the market when they are plentiful and so fresh during their seasonal time. So what better than to turn them into a lovely jam, jelly, or even a marmalade to bring that summer sunshine onto the table in the middle of winter. It is the berries from hedgerows, fruits from the orchard or farm, gathered seasonally and made into preserves for serving year-round. But why?

Preserves of jams and jellies are a quintessential part of an afternoon tea. A breakfast without marmalade on your toast is a sin. You can buy all of these in any supermarket, often quite cheaply. However, making your own is so much fun, and such a delight when you offer them to friends and family.

But what are the differences between them?