Manchester Food & Drink Blog
Before I begin this post, it could so easily be a frustrated pile of paragraphs. What we’ve seen in the last 12 months or so is that racism is a live and well and not only living in a semi in a suburb, but a big ornate building in the centre of London. That we’re…
I know, I’ve already reviewed Gousto and HelloFresh maybe another form of meal kit is overkill. But then again, Simply Cook were recommended to me. So, in for a penny – or £3 in this case, the cost of their trial box. Let’s start at the beginning. Simply Cook is a meal box option that’s cheaper…
OK, yeah, I’m writing, honest. I knew January into February would be a challenge. Dark nights, short days, rubbish weather, and in lockdown, not so much to look forward to. And I thought I was prepared for it. Got my family and girls on WhatsApp, stocked up on gin and tonic, delicious things, and all…
Before all this *indicates the current pandemic mess* we’d both committed to trying to reduce our environmental impact. Admittedly, the current situation has made it harder. We recycle, but now along with everyone else, we’re aware of how much cardboard we’re using (and the number of times I’ve watched those collecting just chuck it in…
When I started attending Manchester Cider Club, I had no idea where it would lead. I started attending because after a sampling at the teeniest of cider festivals, I suddenly had my eyes and palette awakened. Gone was the cider of my memories – strong, acidic, to be diluted with whatever was to hand, and…
Though the image might not suggest it, this is no ordinary gin review. This also includes the bottle. Sure, it might look like your everyday gin bottle. Glass, pretty label, a new style for McQueen Gin, who generally use a pot bottle with a distinctive blue glaze. But not every bottle allows you to access…
I don’t need to tell you, dear reader, that lockdown continues, and again, we’re all trying to find variety in simple things. Food. Drink. Stuff to do. We’re still muddling through. And I’m still grateful to meal boxes for saving me from having to make proper decisions about meals. It’s one decision I can make…
If you’re thinking of trying, or even dipping your toes in the world of CBD it can be pretty daunting. What do you try? How much? What strength? Will it work for me? For the most part, it’s a bit of trial and error. I’ve written before about using the products from Green Stem – and…
Sometimes I need reminding that recipes don’t have to be complicated. It’s Sunday night, I need inspiration, but again it’s Sunday. I don’t want anything faffy. Simple, but tasty. And most importantly, adaptable. This recipe uses chicken mince, but you could easily swap in beef, pork, or turkey. Or just make the sauce and add…