Barszcz Czerwony; Polish Beetroot Soup
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This bright red beetroot soup is popular throughout the whole of Eastern Europe and it’s easy to see why – the colour is stunning and the taste is delicious! Continue reading
Monthly Archives: January 2009
“Doner Kebabs are Unhealthy” Shocker!
Shock news today as scientists discover that doner kebabs are unhealthy. Who’d ever have thought it? With the average one containing over 2000 calories it might just be time to find a new after-pub snack. Hey, isn’t the lager full … Continue reading
I can create life!
Cress seems to have a really bad reputation, which I’m putting down to memories of growing it in egg cups as children. On its own the traditional garden cress really can be quite bland; grow a few different types (see list below) though and you’ve got a fantastic addition to any salad or sandwich. Continue reading
Address to a Haggis
Tonight (25th January 2009) is the 250th anniversary of the death birth (thanks, Rufus) of the Scottish poet Robert “Rabbie” Burns, a night that is traditionally celebrated with the eating of haggis accompanied by a reading of his aptly named … Continue reading
Pappa al Pomodoro Recipe
Papa al Pomodoro is, truly, one of the most delicious and simple soups you can make, originating in Tuscany and consisting of not much more than tomatoes and bread. In my case, it’s also great for creating the illusion of summer; the reality is very wintry wind and rain hammering my window as I type! Continue reading
Sainsburys have Stopped Selling Battery Eggs
Sainsburys supermarkets have followed up on their 2007 pledge to stop selling eggs from battery farmed (caged) chickens – they are the first major retailer in the UK to do so. Normal cages are outlawed from 2012 under EU rules … Continue reading
Chemicals on veggies to be banned
Kind of; European MPs have voted in favour of stricter controls on harmful chemicals, pesticides and fertilisers which are sprayed on our food (note that some of these are PROVEN to cause illnesses such as cancer on lab rats!). Good; … Continue reading
Penne with Broccoli and Cauliflower Recipe
This is another healthy recipe, perfect for those of you who fancy losing a few of those extra pounds you gained over the Christmas period. Both the broccoli and cauliflower are excellent detox ingredients, while the chilli is great for releasing endorphines – those natural feel good chemicals in your body. Garlic is a great ingredient too, with detoxifying and antibiotic properties. It’s also great for keeping away the vampires! 
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140 Year Old Lobster to be Set Free
A 140 year old giant lobster is to be released back into the wild after ending up in a New York restaurant…
In The Bag: January ’09 Detox Special
In January just about everyone needs a little detoxification; I know I do! With that in mind, our seasonal food blogging event “In The Bag” is back with a Detox Special to help us all out. All you have to … Continue reading
