Every 30 November, Scots around the world celebrate St Andrew’s Day, honouring their patron saint, Saint Andrew with music. It’s a public holiday that’s celebrated with a céilí, a hoolie and importantly - a big feast.Traditional meals often include comforting classics like creamy soup, hearty stews, and the iconic haggis…
Energy efficiency and sustainability: How MPO growers are cutting costs and carbon As Mushroom Producer Organisation (MPO) continues to champion sustainability across the sector, the last few years have seen a strong focus on energy-saving initiatives – from solar installations to improved insulation and LED lighting. These projects, delivered through…
'I've eaten many strange and scrumptious dishes in my time, Like jellied gnats and dandyprats and earwigs cooked in slime, And mice with rice – they're really nice when roasted in their prime. (But don't forget to sprinkle them with just a pinch of grime.)’Roald Dahl’s Revolting Rhymes and Revolting RecipesThe 13th September, is…
Cooking for children can be difficult, especially when it comes to getting healthy foods into their meals on a daily basis and working around their developing taste buds. But with the right approach, mealtimes can be fun, nutritious, and even something kids look forward to helping with. As we move…
As the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 lights up stadiums across Switzerland, the spotlight isn’t just on goals and glory. It’s on the incredible women redefining strength, resilience, and peak performance. Behind the scenes, it’s not just training and grit that fuel these athletes, nutrition plays a vital role - and…
With rising food costs, global instability and a changing climate - the concept of ‘farm to fork’ is more important than ever. It’s a policy which means that our food travels a shorter distance and is fresher when it reaches our plate. Not only does it taste better, it also…
Whether you're training for Hyrox, smashing your gym goals, or just starting your Couch to 5K journey, nutrition plays a crucial role in boosting performance, speeding up recovery between sessions, and keeping you healthy. Mushrooms are an often-overlooked superfood that can support you as you get fitter and stronger! Last…
St George’s Day, celebrated on April 23rd, is a time to honour England’s famous dragon-slaying patron saint and the unique English history and culture. Food is, of course, one of the most powerful ways to do this. English food has a wonderful heritage dating back hundreds of years, but also…
Feast this St Patrick’s Day - celebrating with mushroomsSt. Patrick’s Day is a time of celebrations, traditions, and all things Irish! While classics like rich Irish stew, comforting colcannon, and warm soda bread take center stage, mushrooms also play a delicious role in Irish cooking. Whether stirred into a hearty stew,…
As St David’s Day rolls around on the 1st of March, Wales bursts into a celebration of national pride, draped in daffodils and filled with the scent of traditional dishes wafting from kitchens across the country. While the classics - leek-laden cawl, hearty Welsh rarebit, and golden bara brith - …