Author Archives for Charlotte Senior

Brexit and small-scale fishers: an insider view from Better Food fish supplier, Sole of Discretion

February 8, 2021 10:17 am Published by Comments Off on Brexit and small-scale fishers: an insider view from Better Food fish supplier, Sole of Discretion

Brexit will make a difference to our small operation here at Sole of Discretion . The increased paperwork that now goes along with our exports is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, these checks and balances are worthwhile from both an environmental... Read more


A holistic approach to fish stock sustainability: why does Better Food stock fish on conservation watchlists?

February 7, 2021 3:57 pm Published by Comments Off on A holistic approach to fish stock sustainability: why does Better Food stock fish on conservation watchlists?

We chose to work with our fish supplier, Sole of Discretion , after a careful search for a South West fish supplier taking a truly sustainable approach to their trade. Marine sustainability is a complex issue, and no one factor can safeguard our... Read more


12 Vegan Hacks for everyone

January 18, 2021 4:13 pm Published by Comments Off on 12 Vegan Hacks for everyone

It is commonly thought that healthy, plant-based foods are complicated to cook and exceptionally expensive. This might stem from an idea that we have to buy vegan meat and dairy, processed substitutes, expensive supplements and exotic produce in order to... Read more


All Change Here for Tempeh Meades

January 8, 2021 12:17 pm Published by Comments Off on All Change Here for Tempeh Meades

Ben Meade is the founder and tempeh maker at Tempeh Meades, a Bristol-based tempeh producer specialising in authentic and innovative versions of this delicious, fermented food. I started making tempeh whilst living in Kenya, using a small bag of starter... Read more


Five local swaps for classic Christmas drinks!

December 14, 2020 12:01 pm Published by Comments Off on Five local swaps for classic Christmas drinks!

Top five local swaps for classic Christmas drinks There’s nothing like Christmas as a time to dust off old bottles from the back of the cupboard and rediscover our love for retro drinks that we’d never normally dream of passing... Read more


Our guide to the tastiest cheese and wine pairings this Christmas

December 7, 2020 1:04 pm Published by Comments Off on Our guide to the tastiest cheese and wine pairings this Christmas

Merry Cheesemas! Check out our guide for the best local and organic cheese and wine pairings for your Christmas celebrations. When you’re a cheese lover, nothing beats a good cheeseboard, and we’re truly spoiled to have so many mouth-watering, award-winning... Read more


Love Local this Christmas – local Christmas gift guide

November 30, 2020 11:47 am Published by Comments Off on Love Local this Christmas – local Christmas gift guide

Our local Christmas gift guide is back! We know the build up to Christmas can be a heart-warming, life-affirming (but occasionally stressful!) time. Not only do we worry about what gifts our nearest and dearest will love, but we’re ever... Read more


FREE squash guide!

October 8, 2020 11:47 am Published by Comments Off on FREE squash guide!

What’s the difference between a Uchiki Kuri and a Hokkaido? Get to know your squash with our FREE downloadable guide. You’ll find all the squashes featured in store throughout the autumn and winter months.


Top Tips for Storing Crops

October 8, 2020 11:07 am Published by Comments Off on Top Tips for Storing Crops

What do you do with a bounty of crops? Here’s our top tips for what to do when you can’t eat another courgette muffin…     1. Mid to late season apples and pears can be stored for up to... Read more