Food Time
Buonissimo in Harborne review
Many restaurants have sadly not stood the test of time in Harborne, Birmingham, yet Buonissimo is a true stalwart after more than 20 years. Located on the high street of this popular suburb, this family-establishment has become an understated jewel in the…
Quick and easy pink pickled onions
These quick and easy to make pink pickled onions are a lively addition to an array of dishes. The recipes uses only a handful of store cupboard ingredients, but the flavour really packs a punch. Try it out with pulled…
Easy slow cooker pulled pork recipe
This easy recipe for slow cooker pulled pork offers a delicious meal with minimum effort. The slow cooker does all the hard work for you. With just a handful of store cupboard ingredients too, it won’t cost too much to…
Personalised Gin glass from Engravers Guild
Personalisation is such a lovely addition to make a gift extra special. It is wonderful that there are so many gifts on offer now that can be personalised. Engraving is one my favourite ways to add a name or a…
Best Christmas gifts to buy this year
As we approach the festive season, I’ve rounded up my ideas for the best gifts to buy this Christmas 2022. For this year I have split the gift guide into two sections: Homeware gifts Food and drink gifts Self care…
Revive Green Tea from Baiji
I’m a huge coffee fan, but I’m always keen to explore ways to reduce my intake. Part of my issue, and one that I’m sure lots of us can identify with, is that I am so often very tired. But…
A review of Lofty Box
Food waste is a huge problem. Did you know that in the UK alone, we throw away 9.5 million tonnes of food every year? And its not just what we throw away at home – it is also the result…
Wahaca Covent Garden review
I love that more restaurants are reviewing their menus to embrace sustainability, plant-based offerings and their carbon footprint. Always keen to add to my list of environment-friendly places to eat, Wahaca’s new additions to its menu piqued my interest as…
A guide to buying cutlery
When you’re looking for new cutlery, it’s important to get it right. Cutlery is an investment and is a purchase we ideally want to last for a long time. While style and aesthetics are really important, there are other factors…
6 ways to identify sustainable coffee shops
In recent years, sustainability has become rife among many companies on the high street but some are still taking a little too long to embark on a fully sustainable business strategy. With coffee shops and cafes finding new sustainability methods…
Supporting the circular economy with Rumage.com
At its heart, the circular economy is all about reducing waste. Many of us know that recycling, reusing and repurposing is a key part of this. But what about actively choosing to buy second hand? Multiple benefits Buying second-hand clothes,…
Review of VioLife Vegan Cheese
I’ve been working on reducing my carbon footprint for a while now. For me, this involves making sustainable choices where I can. As a bit of a food fanatic, one of my focuses has been seeking out more plant-based options.…
