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Nuts

In Food item, Information by Sue Marshall

Rich in energy, protein, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals as well as omega-3 fatty acids, there can be little doubt that a few nuts can only be good for you. Somehow nuts …

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Fruit

In Food item, Information by Sue Marshall

Fruits make so much sense – some of them come ready-wrapped (think oranges or bananas), and many are not only tasty but really good for you too.  However, they vary …

Posh porridge

In Breakfast by James Anstee

Based in Sussex, The Great British Porridge Company has three products in the range: Strawberry & Peanut; Goji Berry and Pumpkin Seed; and Blueberry and Banana. The instant porridges are …

A relish to relish

In Figs, Relish by James Anstee

Derby-based The Quirky Cook’s punchy and pioneering Honeyed Fig Relish with Black Garlic won the Great Taste Award’s ‘Golden Fork’ for Ambient Product of the Year (ambient meaning on the …

Italian romance

In Grains, Quinoa by James Anstee

Merchant Gourmet has added a new packet of pesto-ey Italian-infused grains and rice. A mix of wheatberries and quinoa cooked with a delicate infusion of basil pesto, the grain mix …

Nutty suggestion

In Peanut butter, Peanuts by James Anstee

The Grocer magazine recently stated that the peanut butter market in the UK showed a 9.5% growth in 2018. Butter Bike Co. has been set up by by Jeni Reeve, …

The Ultimate Fry-Up

In Breakfast by James Anstee

A new survey of 1,015 UK residents has revealed the nation’s favourite fry-up. The research, undertaken by luxury London hotelier Guoman Hotels, asked respondents to pick from seventeen different components …

Season Spuds

In Potatoes by James Anstee

Cornish New Potatoes are the UK’s first mainland crop which follows Jersey Royals. They have a loose skin and a buttery texture due to the temperate climate and proximity to …

Beets Surrender

In beetroot by James Anstee

Waitrose has launched beetroot flavoured quail eggs for this Christmas party season. A pack of 12 costs £4.99 and is available across 108 stores during December. The ‘free to fly’ …

Power to the plants

In Vegetarian by James Anstee

A plant-based food has made it onto the menu of London’s Michelin-starred pub The Harwood Arms. The award-winning eatery known for its focus on British food and game is using …