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Food and Drink
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19 Mar 2009
Be Nice to Nettles
Stinging nettles are a fantastically useful plant - they offer many health benefits, can be woven into a fine cloth and attract wildlife to the garden in droves. Found all over temperate regions read on to find out more about this plant's special powers. […] more
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23 Feb 2009
Happy Pancake Day!
Cooking with children is a great way to encourage an interest in food. In celebration of Shrove Tuesday on 24th February, Fi Bird has come up with a delicious twist on an old favourite - raisin and lemon pancakes. These Scottish pancakes are simple for children to make on their own with a little assistance. […] more
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2 Feb 2009
What is in season?
During February, greenery is sparse but as the days lengthen the first shoots of chicory start to come through, there are ample winter cabbages to be had, some root vegetables are still available and best of all, rhubarb brings a welcome bit of colour to desserts. […] more
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20 Jan 2009
Organics at nursery
Over one million children go to nursery in the UK and many of these children eat the majority of their meals there. Some 50% eat more meals in daycare than they do at home. So what are we feeding our preschoolers? Schools have received the Jamie Oliver treatment over the last three years, but surprisingly nursery catering remains unregulated. […] more
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18 Jan 2009
A Clucky Escape
It is perhaps common knowledge that life for battery hens isn’t much fun. Forced to live in small wire cages these chickens have practically no room to flap their wings, or even move around properly. However for some of these birds there is hope of a better future on the horizon. […] more
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