On June 21st the summer solstice passed and that means that from now until late autumn there is an abundance of seasonal produce available in the UK. We are so used to seeing so many of the fruits and vegetables that are in season right now on the shelves of the supermarket all year round.…
High in both fibre and protein, this is an easy summer recipe which tastes great on its own or served as an accompaniment alongside barbequed meat. To allow the zingy lemon and mint flavours to cut through the creaminess of the lentils and beans we found that this dish was best when served after cooling…
At least one in four British adults will experience some kind of mental health problem in any one year, according to mental health charity Mind. To ease the symptoms of mental health problems, it is important that we seek help which is appropriate to our own individual circumstances – whether that be through medications, talking…
This year, a whopping 160 members signed up to take part in our home tomato growing project. Whilst many of you who signed up are keen gardeners, just as many said that you were complete beginners. If you are looking to learn more about gardening and how to do it in a nature friendly way…
Home growers will find that their plots burst into life at this time of year as the days begin to warm up and summer creeps around the corner. We are just coming out of the ‘hungry gap’ – the time of year when last year’s saved produce is running out before this year’s produce is…
We are in the peak of asparagus season, with the green delicacy only available for around 8 weeks from April to June. This recipe makes the most of the seasonal produce available to us, combining asparagus with salmon in a simple but delicious pasta dish. Salmon is a fantastic source of protein and rich in…
The clocks have gone back, the days are getting colder, and Christmas is just around the corner. Whilst some people love the darker nights and bustle of the season, for many others it can bring out some disruptive side effects. Why do we get the ‘winter blues’? The winter blues are also known as Seasonal…
This meat-free version of chilli con carne is the perfect low-fat dish for those cold winter nights. Mushrooms are at their peak at this time of the year and this recipe uses a lot of them, but if meat is more your thing then you can replace half of the mushrooms in this recipe with…
Throughout the pandemic, our working lives have seen some significant shifts in balance. For many of you, working from home was never an option. Instead you worked through tough shifts and got through more bottles of sanitizer than you ever thought possible. Some took your work home with you, transforming kitchens, living rooms and spare…
Did you know that shift workers are more likely to have digestive issues, higher body mass index and be more prone to long term health conditions such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes? We know that long hours and irregular meal times can leave you reaching for fatty, salty or sugary foods for a quick energy…
