My hard work in the garden this year is starting to pay off. One of my (sort of) success stories are these potatoes. I grew them in potato bags - at one point they were in danger of blocking my way out of the house every day. Finally, the foliage started to die back, so I took the plunge and had a … [Read more...] about It’s in the bag
Supplier Packaging
"Why don't you use Biodegradable Packaging and bubble wrap when you send your orders out?" We're getting there. Good to see the suppliers are following suit as well - I spotted this little sticker on one of our suppliers boxes last week. This is how our lovely Reusable Plastic Glasses and … [Read more...] about Supplier Packaging
Handy plastic recycling link
Hands up if you're confused about what and where you can recycle stuff. We are being continually asked about how, what and where plastic packaging can be disposed of. There isn't currently a definitive "go to" central information point, which is pretty much what the country is currently crying out … [Read more...] about Handy plastic recycling link
Match winning wine glasses
I was fortunate enough to bag a ticket to Wimbledon this year, and with the weather set fair, it was time to take full advantage of the allowance of a bottle of wine per person. (I'm never going to pass this up) We armed ourselves with a Polycarbonate Wine Glass each and headed for Henman Hill to … [Read more...] about Match winning wine glasses
Movin’ on up
I've been stressing for a week or so, watching the poor plants recover from their cramped conditions (cruelty to a salad leaf, I know) Despite my gung ho approach, it's all doing alright. How on earth, I don't know. With a little assistance from some Looped Skewers, everything is headed in an … [Read more...] about Movin’ on up
You Can’t Beat a Classic Prawn Cocktail
Some things in life will always be cool - Walkmans, Hi-tops, cars you wanted when you were 12, and when it comes to food - a well constructed Prawn Cocktail. It's a simple starter that can be made ahead of time, and as long as you get the pink sauce right, it tastes great. This dish dates back to … [Read more...] about You Can’t Beat a Classic Prawn Cocktail
Do you sell biodegradable glasses…?
Technically... yes. But you might want to think before going for glasses that on the outside look like the most Eco-friendly option for your needs. I read a report recently on the number of local councils that simply don't have the specialist recycling / industrial composters required to correctly … [Read more...] about Do you sell biodegradable glasses…?
They live, and I learnt…
A month into my "seeds in our biodegradable packaging" experiment, I am delighted to say that I've created edible life. It actually works! 3 weeks in, and here is the evidence. I'm mildly shocked that anything has grown at all and also surprised at just how well our Biodegradable Coffee Cups and … [Read more...] about They live, and I learnt…
Boxing Clever
As the saying goes... "never judge a book by its cover" and it can be true of our packaging too. With recycling being THE buzz word of the year, we're proud to say that we have re-used supplier boxes for as long as I can remember. This box contains a customers order containing plastic glasses, … [Read more...] about Boxing Clever
Easter Opening Hours 2019
This time next week, many of us will be counting down the hours before we can kick back and enjoy a 4 day weekend. Don't shout that too loudly to folk working in the hospitality industry - it's likely to be 4 days of busy busy busy! As much as we'd love to be working, our deliveries and opening … [Read more...] about Easter Opening Hours 2019