Love it or hate it? If you are in the UK, you could be forgiven for thinking that I am talking about Marmite! Of course writing that has just given me a new food idea! Anyway, tofu is one of those foods that vegans tend to love, vegetarians eat when they need to, and everyone else gives it a wide…
A simple summer side with BBQ flavour Today, I picked my first corn from the allotment! This is a massive achievement this year! Locally, we have a hosepipe ban and we are officially in drought. Yes, we can use a watering can and we can still water our crops, but this has a much wider impact on the wildlife too.…
Afternoon tea week 10th to 17th Aug Did you know that this week is Afternoon Tea Week? Hands up – I am not sure I even realised that was a thing, but anyway, we love afternoon tea and there are still a few days left to join in and organise your own! You might think that it is a lot…
A versatile and tasty method! If you’ve ever grown aubergines, you’ll know they have a habit of all ripening at once! After months of patiently watering, feeding and waiting, you’re suddenly wondering what to do with a kitchen full of glossy purple vegetables. Whether they’ve come from your greenhouse, your garden, the allotment or the local supermarket, this is one…
Enjoy the taste of fresh summer! I love discovering food days that give us another reason to celebrate seasonal produce, and this week it’s all about summer fruit! Did you know that tomorrow (Thursday 16th July) is National Cherry Day! If ever you needed an excuse to buy cherries, use this chance to celebrate this delicious summer fruit. Cherries have…
Be FoodSavvy and turn jackets to wedges How are you holding up with the very unusual heat in the UK (and elsewhere)?! What are your meals like? Have you resorted to cooking outdoors on the barbecue? easting salad? or just carrying on as usual? Have you been rotating the same cool meals? or struggling to think what to cook without…
Sticking to a healthy eating routine while juggling a busy lifestyle often takes a little planning. Whether you’re balancing work, commuting, exercising or heading outdoors for the weekend, having nourishing snacks on hand can help keep your energy levels steady. Often, it isn’t the main meals that are difficult to organise, it’s finding something nutritious to eat between them. Choosing…
Heatwave! If you are in the UK – especailly more in the South, then likely you are in the heatwave too! Temperatures like today – currently at 36c are one-off rare occurrences here (real feel is logged as 41c) and we are very unprepared for heat like this! Children have been allowed to go to school in P.E. kits, trains…
Barbecued chickpeas! Sometimes the simplest recipes are the ones that surprise you the most. I genuinely can’t believe I’ve never made barbecued chickpeas before now! They are ridiculously easy, packed with flavour, and only need a handful of ingredients. Whether you’re looking for a quick side dish, a topping for salads and wraps, or just something a little different to…
