Hello Folks, Today was a beautiful day, with a clear, blue sky and frosty ground. Veg Box HQ looked ethereal in the clear afternoon light. It’s almost December, which, let’s face it, means it’s basically Christmas, so I know all the whirl and rush is about to start. I love Christmas, and even the hustle…
Month: November 2019
Veg Box Newsletter w/c: 25th November: Brussels sprouts are the cabbages of my heart
Hello Folks, Brussels sprouts! Brussels sprouts! They’re back! It’s time! I don’t think there’s anything I enjoy more than these crunchy little buddies. They have all the leafy satisfaction of a good cabbage, but with a bonus, moreish al dente texture and nutty flavour. If they’re pan-fried and tossed with some crumbled fried black pudding,…
Christmas Veg Boxes: What you need to know!
I’m writing today with lots and lots of Christmassy information so you can start preparing! There’s a lot of info, but for most of you, there’s no need to do anything, unless you want to opt out of the bumper bag. Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions! Order Change Deadline…
Veg Box Newsletter w/c 18th November: Settling into Winter + Christmas Info
Hello Folks, You settle into winter like wheels into well-worn grooves. You get used to the thermals and the woolies, the thick socks and hot drinks. Once you fall into its pattern, there’s a comfort to be found there, and it’s the same with veg. It’s all brassicas and root veg from here til the…
Veg Box Newsletter w/c 11th November: Brr! It’s cold in here! There must be some kale in the atmosphere!
Hello Folks, There’s a threshold we cross every year, not always in the same week or even month. It goes from chilly, brisk, or cosy to harshly, bone-bitingly cold. From cute scarf and an oat-milk latte (in a Locavore resuable cup) to two layers of thermals and a hot water bottle. Autumn is aesthetic, but…
Smoky Jackfruit Ideas
This week’s vegan boxes have a double-whammy serving of smoky jackfruit! It’s a great opportunity to experiment with this tasty and versatile ingredients. I’ve asked around the office, and here’s what we’re doing with ours: Vegan Jackfruit Chilli Use Locavore kidney beans, black beans, and chopped tomatoes (avaliable on the Open Food Network) to make…