Note to self: when you book a last minute, spontaneous trip to Paris with your vegan friend, make sure you do your foodie research.

If you didn’t know before (which I certainly didn’t), France isn’t the most ‘up to date’ when it comes to vegan and vegetarian options. Practically every menu in traditional Parisian restaurants offers meat-only dishes, with minimal vegetarian choices and zero vegan options – making it impossible for a carnivore and a vegan to eat together *sobs*.

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We’re encountering some of the hottest weather this country has ever seen, and I for one, am LOVING IT. However, as we’ve reached record-breaking temperatures in the UK this summer, we need to maintain a sensible body temperature, stay hydrated, and ensure we don’t go gaga with the heat.

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I don’t know about you, but this weather’s got me thinking about ice-cream…

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The issue of food waste has been high on the agenda for some years now.

Back in 2016, ‘wonky veg’ became a headline news item as consumers realised how much perfectly edible produce was being turned down by supermarkets because of tough size and appearance standards.

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As we approach summer and barbecue weather, refreshing salads are becoming more enticing, so I wanted to share some of my favourite summer salads, that don’t take too long and are fresh & full of goodness. I try to predominately eat a vegetarian diet, so these recipes are vegetarian, but they can be adapted to suit vegans and meat eaters – just substitute dairy with vegan alternatives or add your preferred choice of meat! Remember, the more colourful the bowl, the better!

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It’s no secret that the beans enjoy a tipple or two and with World Cocktail Day upon us (13^th May) and summer hot on its heels, we’ve reflected on our top picks, the memories that come with them and where you could enjoy one too.

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Did you know? It is estimated that up to 20% of adults and children in the UK have a food hypersensitivity*. Food Allergy Awareness Week is an initiative created by FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education) to raise awareness of different food allergies and improve public understanding of what can be a life-threatening condition. Founded in 1991 by a mother whose daughter had recently been diagnosed with a milk and egg allergy, FARE began its Food Allergy Awareness Week in 1998.

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We’ve bean celebrating National Jellybean Day!
(And you could win £150 Dine Out Voucher)

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Ever dreamed of what it’s like to live a stress-free life? Me too. Whether you are stressing over work, life problems, or even just that one niggling thought that won’t go away – it is natural. For Stress Awareness Month, I have asked the beans for some of their top tips for destressing after a hard day’s work!

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Whoever told you not to play with your food was wrong (in my opinion)? It’s certainly OK some of the time, especially on April Fool’s Day. Here’s a round-up of some of our favourite foodie pranks and jokes this year. So, grab yourself a box of Gherkish Delights (yes you read that right), sit back and read on.

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The spring equinox has come and gone, the clocks are poised to spring forward this weekend and with the sun shining it feels, dare I say, that winter may be behind us. With the changing of the seasons, there’s also natural shift in the food we eat, as talk of soups, stews and casseroles fades out and a wave of comms around Easter and even BBQ arrives.

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As creatives we are continuously absorbing every type of media, in search of new inspiration and perspective. Books will always be a wonderfully rich source for this.

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I can’t believe it’s Pancake Day again. Honestly, it just crêped up on me. Joke aside – if anyone was to ask me what my favourite holiday was, my answer is always the same – Pancake Day. A day of fluffy goodness where you can eat as much as you like – guilt-free – with a wide range of toppings. What could be better?

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