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Journal etc.: November, Keep Calm

Journal etc.: November, Keep Calm

By Chloë Stewart

But it's not all about pumpkins, at the moment [as much as we might like it to be].  To be honest it's about a lot of things, so we're going to do our best to continue to curate short lists of things to make, eat, discover, read, listen to, explore. Things we think you'll find interesting and find enjoyment in during these darker, shorter, pandemic-ridden days.  It will always include resources, tools, actions to be less wasteful and more sustainable.  And maybe sometimes, we'll thrown in a cheeky off-topic, personal guilty pleasure.

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Recipe etc.: Harissa-Pumpkin-Seeds Roasted Pumpkin

Recipe etc.: Harissa-Pumpkin-Seeds Roasted Pumpkin

By Chloë Stewart

At the time of the original writing of this recipe, I had recently stopped by Caravan’s latest Bankside soft-opening and devoured the most delicious roasted squash with miso, blue cheese and thai basil (weird, but fantastic).  Shortly thereafter I read Tasting Table’s post on How to Cook with Squash Seeds; not bake nor roast, but cook.  Intrigued.  And as we all know, at this time of year, carved, hulled, decapitated pumpkins are a-plenty.  Along with a little bestover imagination and fridge-find inspiration, this recipe was born.

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Journal etc:. June, Exploring

Journal etc:. June, Exploring

By Chloë Stewart

I wonder whether we'll learn to appreciate what our own surrounding countryside has to offer.  Do you reckon you'll take more time to appreciate the little things, now?  When we do take a moment to stop, and look, I think we'll find that the UK is rich in history, culture, and beautiful natural reserves.  Without being too cliche, there can quite literally be something to explore, for everyone.

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Journal etc.: May, Rediscovery

Journal etc.: May, Rediscovery

By Chloë Stewart

So, over the coming months we will collate a collection of ideas we think you'll enjoy; things to grow, make, ways to move, explore, places to listen, learn. We hope it inspires you to re-discover habits, passions, hobbies passed; from before time ran away from you, now that we're forced to slow down [it's time to take a break from the Netflix binge]:

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Journal etc:. April, Making Do

Journal etc:. April, Making Do

By Chloë Stewart

It might feel like a strange time to be 'celebrating' anything, at the moment.  A lot of us may feel uprooted, unsettled, have lost our rhythm or routine.  We strongly believe that continuing with our traditions, no matter how big or small, old or new, can help root us, bring us purpose, and keep us going.  Make do and make the most of your extra time, it's not the time to see this confinement as limiting or debilitating.  It's an opportunity to grow, learn new skills, be reminded of old hobbies and re-connect and stay connected with the people you love.  Be grateful for good health and appreciative of the freedom we will have once this passes. 

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Recipe etc:. Kitchen-Sink Easter Nests

Recipe etc:. Kitchen-Sink Easter Nests

By Chloë Stewart

I love traditions.  And right now, I don't know about you, but I could do with a tradition or two; to ground me, keep me going, feel close to the people that I can't be close to. Every Easter, I generally insist upon the following: 1 Easter egg hunt, 1 batch of chocolate Mini Egg nests, 1 egg dying session. [for brunch egg-cracking]. Given all that's going on, one will suffice.

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MAKE etc:. DIY Natural Easter Egg Dyes

MAKE etc:. DIY Natural Easter Egg Dyes

By Chloë Stewart

First thing to note - and hopefully another reason why you'll love doing this as much as we do - most of these natural dye colours come from otherwise wasted, thrown out, kitchen ingredients.

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Collections etc:. Top 7 Sustainable Chocolates for Easter

Collections etc:. Top 7 Sustainable Chocolates for Easter

By Chloë Stewart

Easter is going to be a little different this year.  Not the usual, family gathering, chocolate-filled, day of excitement it often is.  But that doesn't mean we can't keep spirits up with adapted traditions, support local businesses or surprise someone with a chocolate treat.  In fact sometimes, nothing says it better.  So here's our list of [mostly] UK based Chocolate companies to add a touch of sweetness to your day, or someone else's. 

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BWL.: ChicP

BWL.: ChicP

By Chloë Stewart

ChicP's solution to fighting food waste is simple, but ingenious, and enabling the saving of tonnes of perfectly edible produce in the process.  It's also a visually vibrant, and a real taste-explosion of a product.  Also reminding us of the amazing versatility of hummus. 

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Collections etc:. COVID-19 Top 10 Food Deliveries

Collections etc:. COVID-19 Top 10 Food Deliveries

By Chloë Stewart

With the situation being what it is - ever evolving, uncertain, unprecedented - many of us are suddenly finding ourselves in the confines of our homes.  Whether or not we expected it, it's here, and we've had no choice but to turn to online delivery services [even the government said so].  Unless of course you happen to live near the wealth of independent shops and markets scattered across our vast city, and you can shop local; Borough Market, for example...

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