Strawberries, cherries, blackberries and raspberries are all coming into season over the next few months. Valentina Jovanovski looks at how to make the most of the soft fruit glut
… Soft fruit special: how to make the most of the … looks at how to make the most of the soft fruit glut Ripe, fresh and plentiful, the abundance of soft fruit is one of the best things about summer. …
Adam Leith Gollner's new book is a journey of discovery through the science, history, art and politics of fruit
… The Fruit Hunters by Adam Leith Gollner Miriam … August 2009 Reviews Reviews Food And Drink Fruit Organic fruit-hunters.jpg Adam Leith Gollner's new …
Is orange juice as healthy and natural as it claims to be? Can it ever be 'eco'? Pat Thomas reports
… better sources of vitamin C such as fresh fruits and vegetables, orange juice may well … and antioxidants. Even so, the UK market for fruit juices and health drinks (i.e. … was worth an estimated £2.92bn in 2007, and fruit juices accounted for around half of …
What does Coca Cola’s 58 per cent share in one of the UK’s most distinctive and ethical brands mean for the future of the company? If you believe Innocent Drinks founder, Richard Reed, nothing but good. Peter Salisbury went to find out more
… on luxury items; among them, Innocent’s pure fruit smoothies. The company returned an … moment that we aren’t a business, we are a fruit distribution charity,’ says Richard … the meeting room of Innocent’s headquarters, Fruit Towers - in reality a slightly prosaic …
Offering the ultimate in locally produced food, Britain's farm shops are a culinary national treasure
… for four generations. Along with meat, fruit and vegetables, Newlyns also has an … business that began as one man selling fruit and vegetables out of a small hut at the … reared on the premises along with seasonal fruit and vegetables and fish sourced from …
Christine McFadden's new book is a timely celebration of British farm shops
… salad, served in the local pub. Managing fruit and vegetable gluts are challenging - … on which are the most tasty varieties of fruit and vegetables (experience gained … They remain one of our few truly seasonal fruits, enjoying their heyday in the early …
If the festive season has left you a pound or two overweight, a detox could be just what you need. Here’s how to do it the eco-friendly way
… Living istock_000010343670xsmallcrop.jpg Fruit and veg: the lighter choice If the … puddings with plenty of organic fresh fruit and vegetables, lean chicken and fish, … stodgy Yuletide treats. Raw vegetables and fruit are a great source of enzymes, which are …
Whether you’re looking for seasonal veg or slaughter-free milk, Britain’s box schemes make avoiding the supermarket a cinch
… size. Riverford Organics Offering a choice of fruit, veg, fruit and veg or meat boxes in a range of … to realise their farming dreams as selling fruit and veg; by buying from Growing …
In an extract from his new book, The Power of Self-Healing, Dr Fabrizio Mancini explains why sugar and food additives - from aspartame to trans fats - could have a severely detrimental effect on your health
… We’re enjoying more lean meat, vegetables and fruits - and trying to cut back on fattening … (such as beta-carotene and lycopene) from fruits and vegetables. Potassium bromate … Artificial colouring Sources: Cake icing, fruit roll-ups, chewing gum Health …
Taking into account the limited space available to the urban gardener, Clift and Cuthbert have produced a tome that’s perfect for the inner city horticulturalist, says Andy McKee
… evidence of the major health benefits of fruit and vegetable consumption, physical … authors have concentrated on a selection of fruit, vegetables and herbs that are simple to … includes low-income families. Growing fruit and vegetables is a big subject, and …
One of the most useful eating guides around, website Eat the Seasons includes everything you’ve ever wanted to know about eating seasonally and more
… and ‘In Season’ and subdivided again into fruit, vegetables, fish, fungi and meat, … a range of illnesses GREEN LIVING Strange fruit: 8 tempting ideas from the orchard to …
Want to give up sugar while still indulging your sweet tooth? Mark Briggs rounds up 10 natural alternatives
… of bacteria. It is found naturally in fibrous fruits and vegetables, corn cobs, and some … as the name would suggest, dried dates; the fruit is dehydrated, then ground to produce … Sugar, £7.20 at Baldwins, www.baldwins.co.uk Fruit juice Fruit is a great source of natural …
Beetroot, apples and carrots are all part of October’s culinary repertoire. Top chef, Theresa Webb of the Kitchen Buddy Culinary School picks her favourites
… descends, the last batch of summer ripened fruit and vegetables are finally ready to be … potassium. Both, say Webb, combine well with fruit and vegetables. Apples They say one a … mass of vitamin C is only the start of this fruit’s nutritional value. Apple skins also …
Spices don't simply add flavour to your food - they also aid digestion, protect against bacteria and prevent a range of illnesses
… give a surprisingly tangy lift to an everyday fruit salad. It can also be infused in milk to … as it is in sweet dishes, such as stewed fruits and pies. It’s lovely mixed with sugar … black, white and pink, and are actually a fruit. Pepper aids digestion and stimulates …
If the festive season has left you a pound or two overweight, a detox could be just what you need. Here’s how to do it the eco-friendly way
… puddings with plenty of organic fresh fruit and vegetables, lean chicken and fish, … stodgy Yuletide treats. Raw vegetables and fruit are a great source of enzymes, which are … provides nutritional benefits too. Try fresh fruits such as pomegranate, blueberries and …
Artichokes, squash and Padrón peppers are all on the menu in September, says Henry Gass
… end of harvest and is a bountiful time for fruit and vegetable fans. With summer’s last … but just as spectacular is September’s wild fruit and nut free-for-all, with blackberries, …
From local specialities to homemade treats, shopping at Britain’s farmers’ markets is a great way to get stuck into premium produce and support local farmers. Jeff Holman rounds up some of the best
… Top pick: The Days Cottage stall offers great fruit juices made from local apples, pears, … go to help the struggling Gloucestershire fruit industry, which has seen 50 percent of … the Welsh Bakery, whose pancakes and fresh fruit make up what is quite possibly the …
Some like it hot, others like it... raw. A vegan diet based on uncooked plant food is good for the planet - but is it right for everyone?
… to make up the bulk of her diet, along with fruit, sprouts and soaked nuts. Amazingly, she … In it, he advocates a diet consisting of fruits, vegetables, sprouted seeds and grains, … says raw diets includes a lot of fibre, fruit and vegetables. Interestingly, she says …
From animal welfare concerns to pesticide-hungry cereals, eating breakfast isn’t always planet-friendly. Sella Oneko explains why
… is jam, which can be made using foraged fruit as well as produce you’ve grown or … plenty of tips on getting the most from your fruit. READ MORE... GREEN LIVING Behind the … more cheerful than this ubiquitous breakfast fruit? But if you’re not buying them Fairtrade …
Cosy up with the November root vegetable glut, says Henry Gass. You won’t regret it
… the southern hemisphere summer for your fresh fruit and veg fix but that would be to miss … that pears contain, the UK’s most underrated fruit is also low glycaemic, which means that …
With no food miles, no additives and no duty involved, making your own alcohol saves both money and the planet. Hannah Corr explains how to get started
… the owner’s permission) are all home to fruits, nuts and herbs that can be used to … about to be thrown out, or use up surplus fruit or vegetables from your garden. Home … is to ferment your chosen berry, leaves, fruit or vegetable in a mixture of hot water …
Looking for a fabulous place to eat without compromising on your eco-friendly lifestyle? Valentina Jovanovski serves up 10 restaurants that combine good eating with a green ethos
… by Newcastle University found that organic fruit and vegetables contain more nutrients, … traditionally reared meat and organic fruit and vegetables. The restaurant has a …
Not every supermarket is a heartless corporate giant: here are six that are showing Tesco and co how it's done
… prices for the produce it stocks. The fresh fruit and vegetables are grown in Unicorn’s … and they operate a ‘British first’ policy for fruit and vegetables. Unusually, the retailer …
Want to know the difference between raw and commercial chocolate? Hannah Corr answers your raw chocolate conundrums and takes a look at whether it really is better for the planet
… come from low energy sources, with sundried fruit and nuts topping the extras chart. … with natural essential oils and sundried fruits and nuts. They currently have 15 types …