Blue? It simply means that the pork has been cured, but not smoked. In the UK, bacon is often often sold in either a red (smoked) or blue (unsmoked) packaging. The difference between bacon and gammon then? Different cuts from the pig. This isn't something that I've eaten very often, but I now have an … Continue reading Blue Gammon
The Journey
Ambassador Of The Month
I'm really very pleased about this article; feeling honoured. Fri 23 Oct 2015 Story by Jamie Oliver Food Foundation Ambassador of the Month is a feature which highlights the amazing volunteers we have around the world. Ambassadors who have been chosen show an unwavering desire for change in their communities. They are fighting for real … Continue reading Ambassador Of The Month
The Big Feastival
Last week we were lucky enough to visit The Big Feastival; a music and good food extravaganza of epic proportions. The brainchild of Jamie Oliver and Alex James of Blur fame, the event is beautifully colourful, refreshingly child friendly, and remarkably chilled out. Hosted at Alex's Kingham farm in the stunning Cotswolds, it's only a … Continue reading The Big Feastival
Organic September
Happy Organic September! Switching to organic is terribly good for us, the environment and animal welfare. It may have a higher price tag, but we'll all be better off in the long run. This September, the Soil Association launches its 'small changes, big difference' campaign. Head over to their website to find out more, get … Continue reading Organic September
Sprouting
Intrigued? I was. So... what are we actually talking about here, and why would you want to bother with it? Basically, it's just germinating seeds so that they become tiny plants. It really is that straight forward. And you'd want to do this because.....? Nutritional value. I want to explain this in the most basic … Continue reading Sprouting
Food Fit For Felix 