by chris | Oct 18, 2022 | News
October means summer has come to an end, and it is back to school time. After the summer holiday, it is now time to get back into a routine. This means lunchboxes are once again being put together, and families all over the UK will try to send their kids to school...
by chris | Oct 11, 2022 | News
The Egyptian Walking Onions, scientifically known as Allium Proliferum, and sometimes also called tree onions, top onions, topset onions, or winter onions, are believed to be originally native to India or Pakistan and then later introduced into Europe. They get their...
by chris | Sep 21, 2022 | News
There is much debate on frozen versus fresh fruit and vegetables. This is especially true when it comes to foods that are popular for their flavour, such as onions and garlic. Many people add these ingredients to their dishes, not because they are particularly...
by chris | Sep 13, 2022 | News
Pearl onions are recognised by their tiny shape and white colour (they can also be found in a brown or red colour, although this is not as common). They are much smaller than regular onions and are notoriously difficult to peel due to their small size. In the UK, they...
by chris | Aug 15, 2022 | News
To be grown, onions need the right conditions. Onion farmers all over the world are conscious that onions are sensitive to light and temperature, and that these conditions affect the bulbs’ growth. Onions are a cool weather crop, and so they are not as heat tolerant...
by chris | Aug 8, 2022 | News
The common expression “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is widely used all over the world. It was first made popular in the 19th century to advocate the consumption of apples. Fresh produce is known to be good for your health, and so this popular proverb reminds...
by chris | Jul 18, 2022 | News
Onions are used as a base for many dishes all around the world, from pasta sauces and soups to stews and vegetable dishes. The most popular way to prepare onions is to fry them. Fried onions caramelise, which brings out their natural sweetness and flavour. But, if you...
by chris | Jul 4, 2022 | News
Sometimes we go on a grocery shopping trip and miscalculate how much fresh produce we actually need to bring back home with us. Not only do we buy too much sometimes, but also the shelf-life of vegetables and fruit is naturally quite short, so sometimes some might end...
by chris | Jun 20, 2022 | News
Famously from the US state of Georgia, the vidalia onion is a sweet variety of onion. It is known for being a key summertime cooking ingredient because of its sweetness, mildness, and the fact that it goes with just about anything. They also have a uniquely flat...
by chris | Jun 6, 2022 | News
Looking to get prepared ahead of time for a big meal? Planning ahead for tomorrow’s dinner? Then you might be wondering if it is safe to peel and cut potatoes the day before serving them. The answer to that question is yes! But there are some things to be mindful of,...
